{"product_id":"charlie-and-the-chocolate-factory","title":"Charlie and the Chocolate Factory","description":"\u003cp\u003e6C Roald Dahl. Illustrated by Quentin Blake. Viking Press, 1995.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCharlie and the Chocolate Factory\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e,\u003c\/em\u003e first published in 1964, is the beloved children’s novel by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoald Dahl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, telling the story of young Charlie Bucket and his extraordinary visit to the mysterious factory of the eccentric chocolatier Willy Wonka. Through a golden ticket contest, Charlie and a group of other children are invited inside the factory, where their differing behaviors reveal themes of greed, discipline, and reward. Blending dark humor, imagination, and moral lessons, the novel reflects Dahl’s distinctive storytelling style and has become one of the most enduring works of modern children’s literature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoald Dahl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (1916–1990) was a British author known for his inventive and often mischievous tales for children, as well as his short stories for adults. Drawing on his own experiences and a sharp sense of humor, Dahl created stories that combine whimsy with underlying moral commentary, often highlighting the perspective of children against flawed or exaggerated adults. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCharlie and the Chocolate Factory\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e remains one of his most iconic works, securing his lasting legacy as one of the most influential writers in twentieth-century children’s literature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen canvas boards with gilt lettering to the spine. Original dust wrapper. Fine condition overall. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moons Rare Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56405566849190,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0173\/6563\/1040\/files\/858C16E5-3A21-4197-A53B-BD23F6F9F6DB.jpg?v=1777757262","url":"https:\/\/moons-rare-books.myshopify.com\/products\/charlie-and-the-chocolate-factory","provider":"Moons Rare Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}