Discover Whimsical Magic with “The Magic Finger” by Roald Dahl

Welcome to booxworm.lk, your premier destination for the best books in Sri Lanka. Today, we are excited to introduce “The Magic Finger” by Roald Dahl, a delightful children’s book filled with imagination and humor.

Enchanting Storytelling

Tells the story of an eight-year-old girl with a magical power in her finger. When she gets angry, she points her finger, and strange things happen. Roald Dahl’s enchanting storytelling and Quentin Blake’s charming illustrations make this book a joy for young readers and their families.

Themes of Empathy and Justice

The story carries important themes of empathy, justice, and the consequences of our actions. Through the whimsical narrative, children learn valuable lessons about kindness and understanding, making it both entertaining and educational.

Memorable Quotes from “The Magic Finger”

“I can’t stand hunting. I just can’t stand it.”
Translation (Sinhala): “මට මසුන් අල්ලන එක පහදන්න. මට එය පහදන්න.”
Translation (Tamil): “எனக்கு வேட்டை பிடிக்கவில்லை. நான் அதைச் சமாளிக்க முடியவில்லை.”
“I can’t tell you what was going on inside me, because I just don’t know. All I knew was that I was very, very hot all over.”

About the Book

Title: The Magic Finger

Author: Roald Dahl

ISBN: 9780142413852

Publisher: Puffin Books

Published Year: 1966

Number of Pages: 64

Binding: Paperback

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