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Magical prodigy overturns educational tyranny.
If you find underdogs with clever minds compelling, "Matilda" is a must-read. Roald Dahl has crafted an outstanding narrative about a brilliant young girl who uses her intellect and a touch of magic to challenge the absurdities of adult authority. The story is a great reminder of the resilience of the human spirit, and it's wrapped in Dahl's signature wit that can resonate with both children and adults. It's an empowering tale that encourages readers to believe in their own power, making it an inspiring read for any age.
- Odyssey Award Nominee (2014)
- Prijs van de Nederlandse Kinderjury for 10-12 jaar en 13-16 jaar (1989)
- Audie Award for Children's Titles Ages 8-12 (2014)
- Books I Loved Best Yearly (BILBY) Awards for Read Aloud (1990), Younger Readers (1997) (1990)
- West Australian Young Readers' Book Award (WAYRBA) for Younger Readers (1989)
- Blue Peter Book Award for Voter's Award - Book that Made Me Laugh the Loudest (2000)
- Red House Children's Book Award (1989)
- Maryland Black-Eyed Susan Book Award for Book Award (1992)
- Massachusetts Children's Book Award (1992)
- Nevada Young Readers' Award for Intermediate Category (1992)
- Beehive Book Award for Children's Fiction (1991)
- Indian Paintbrush Book Award (1991)
- Bluestem Book Award Nominee (2016)
- Virginia Reader's Choice for Elementary (1990)
- Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award (1991)
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This book may contain very minor cosmetic defects, but it is in pristine condition. There should be no yellowing, no foxing, no water damage, and no annotations of any kind on the cover and the pages. For paperbacks, there should not be any crease marks on the spine. This book is good as new — lucky you!
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This book has been used, but it is still in a clean condition. There should be no foxing or annotations of any kind on the inner pages, but a sparse amount may be present on the cover, title pages, or outside edges of the book. There should be no water damage of any kind. For paperbacks, there may be light crease marks on the spine.
*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.
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*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.
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This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.
*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.
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Magical prodigy overturns educational tyranny.
If you find underdogs with clever minds compelling, "Matilda" is a must-read. Roald Dahl has crafted an outstanding narrative about a brilliant young girl who uses her intellect and a touch of magic to challenge the absurdities of adult authority. The story is a great reminder of the resilience of the human spirit, and it's wrapped in Dahl's signature wit that can resonate with both children and adults. It's an empowering tale that encourages readers to believe in their own power, making it an inspiring read for any age.
- Odyssey Award Nominee (2014)
- Prijs van de Nederlandse Kinderjury for 10-12 jaar en 13-16 jaar (1989)
- Audie Award for Children's Titles Ages 8-12 (2014)
- Books I Loved Best Yearly (BILBY) Awards for Read Aloud (1990), Younger Readers (1997) (1990)
- West Australian Young Readers' Book Award (WAYRBA) for Younger Readers (1989)
- Blue Peter Book Award for Voter's Award - Book that Made Me Laugh the Loudest (2000)
- Red House Children's Book Award (1989)
- Maryland Black-Eyed Susan Book Award for Book Award (1992)
- Massachusetts Children's Book Award (1992)
- Nevada Young Readers' Award for Intermediate Category (1992)
- Beehive Book Award for Children's Fiction (1991)
- Indian Paintbrush Book Award (1991)
- Bluestem Book Award Nominee (2016)
- Virginia Reader's Choice for Elementary (1990)
- Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award (1991)