Book details
Matilda at 30: Chief Executive of the British Library
Description
October 2018 marks 30 years since Matilda was published! This brand new jacket comes with a never-before-seen illustration of Matilda as the Chief Executive of the British Library - one of the careers that Quentin Blake himself has imagined that Matilda might have at 30 years old.Discover the other jackets in this special 30th anniversary collection: Matilda as a world traveller (9780241378748) and Matilda as an astrophysicist (9780241378618).Matilda Wormwood's father thinks she's a little scab. Matilda's mother spends all afternoon playing bingo. And Matilda's headmistress Miss Trunchbull? Well, she's the worst of all. She is a big bully, who thinks all her pupils are rotten and locks them in the dreaded Chokey. As for Matilda, she's an extraordinary little girl with a magical mind - and now she's had enough. So all these grown-ups had better watch out, because Matilda is going to teach them a lesson they'll never forget.
Age
5-8
Text complexity
proficient
Why to read
- Nostalgic Revisit: Reading 'Matilda at 30: Chief Executive of the British Library' offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with a beloved character from childhood, Matilda, and see where her extraordinary abilities and love for books have taken her as an adult.
- Inspiration for Aspiring Leaders: The book provides a glimpse into the life of Matilda as a successful leader, which can serve as an inspiration for readers who aspire to leadership roles or are interested in the workings of high-profile institutions like the British Library.
- Cultural Commentary: Through this imaginative sequel, Roald Dahl offers a commentary on the evolution of libraries and the importance of literature and knowledge in society, which can provoke thought and discussion among readers about the role of libraries today.
- Creative Continuation: For fans of Roald Dahl's work, 'Matilda at 30: Chief Executive of the British Library' presents a creative continuation of a classic story, allowing readers to enjoy Dahl's wit and storytelling from a fresh, modern perspective.