James Y El Melocoton Gigante/James and the Giant Peach

James and the Giant Peach is a children's novel that tells the story of a young orphaned boy named James Henry Trotter. After his parents are tragically eaten by a rhinoceros, James is forced to live with his two cruel aunts, Spiker and Sponge. His life is miserable until he encounters a mysterious old man who gives him magical green crystals. When James accidentally spills the crystals near an old peach tree, it causes one of the peaches to grow to an enormous size. James discovers a tunnel inside the giant peach and meets a group of anthropomorphic insects who have also been transformed by the magic: a centipede, a spider, an earthworm, a grasshopper, a ladybug, and a glow-worm. Together, they embark on a fantastical adventure across the ocean, facing challenges and working as a team. Throughout the journey, James develops confidence and finds the sense of belonging and family he has longed for. The story is celebrated for its imaginative plot, vivid characters, and the underlying themes of friendship and resilience.