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Violence
Some
Dark violence with Dahl's characteristic wit; several stories involve murder or sinister outcomes
Language
Barely any
Mild language in Dahl's precise literary register
Sexual Content
Barely any
Minimal sexual content
Substance Use
Some
Drinking in several stories as part of the setup
Emotional Intensity
Some
The psychological pleasure and discomfort of a Dahl twist — and the dark satisfaction he offers — create his distinctive and effective register
What this book is about
This collection gathers Dahl's best-known adult short stories — from 'Lamb to the Slaughter' to 'The Landlady' to 'Man from the South' — showcasing his mastery of the form. Dahl's adult fiction is darker and more macabre than his children's work; the stories feature cunning, greed, and the savage satisfaction of a perfectly landed twist. Some adult content throughout. Essential Dahl for adult readers.
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