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by Roald Dahl (Author), Quentin Blake (Illustrator)
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Evidently not even Roald Dahl could resist the acronym craze of the early eighties. BFG? Bellowing ferret-faced golfer? Backstabbing fairy godmother? Oh, oh ... Big Friendly Giant! This BFG doesn't seem all that F at first as he creeps down a London street, snatches little Sophie out of her bed, and bounds away with her to giant land. And he's not really all that B when compared with his evil, carnivorous brethren, who bully him for being such an oddball runt. After all, he eats only disgusting snozzcumbers, and while the other Gs are snacking on little boys and girls, he's blowing happy dreams in through their windows. What kind of way is that for a G to behave?

The BFG is one of Dahl's most lovable character creations. Whether galloping off with Sophie nestled into the soft skin of his ear to capture dreams as though they were exotic butterflies; speaking his delightful, jumbled, squib-fangled patois; or whizzpopping for the Queen, he leaves an indelible impression of bigheartedness. (Ages 9 to 12)



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In a perfect combination of plot and narration, Natasha Richardson has created a splendid rendition of a true children's classic. Dahl's ability to twist words into a clever and creative new language is fascinating to children, and an enjoyable challenge to adults. The gruesome descriptions of the horrid giants and the subtle allusions to other stories will entertain children young and old. Richardson's narration adds the final perfect touch--her voices are marvelous, investing Sophie with the innocence and longing of a lonely but proper little girl, creating a lovable if sometimes irascible giant, and even finding the exact tones for the imperious yet understanding queen. Even the narrator is absolutely right--objective yet compassionate! With voices full of emotion, indignation, and humor, Richardson builds and maintains the story, bringing it to its charming end. A true gem! W.L.S. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2002, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to the Audio Cassette edition.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Big Friendly Story, Oct 23 2001
By Paul Timothy Maddux (Clemson, SC USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Bfg (Paperback)
Tim Maddux
October 16, 2001
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The BFG
Roald Dahl

Roald Dahl's The BFG tells the story of two opposites coming together, becoming friends, and coming up with an idea to save others. The Big Friendly Giant snatches Sophie, a little English girl, from her window, during the witching hour. Sophie and the Giant venture off to Giant Country, where she learns of the other "human bean"-- eating giants and the true personality of the Big Friendly Giant. The two learn many things about each other and devise a way to save the humans of the world from being eaten by the nine other giants. The Big Friendly Giant and Sophie work well with and learn a lot from each other.
The BFG conveys the important themes of friendship, understanding, and humorous imagination. Readers of any age can appreciate the book. The BFG is heart-warming, yet downright funny!
Roald Dahl's book has been banned because some people feel that it is too mature for a young audience. Many believe the book teaches poor moral values. However, the words, along with the illustrations, in the book can stir any reader's curiosity. The uneducated language of the Big Friendly Giant makes the book more child-friendly too. The BFG also teaches readers a positive message. In the latter part of the story, the queen tells her army not to kill the nine "human bean"-eating giants when they propose the idea. The army generals believe that the murderous giants should be slain. The queen responds with a strong moral statement when she says that killing the giants would be wrong. This part of the story sends a tremendously positive moral statement. I disagree with those who feel that The BFG should be a banned book. The BFG is one of the best children's books I have ever read.

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5.0 out of 5 stars This is a Total Blast, April 27 2004
By Joe Masters (Philadelphia, PA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Bfg (Paperback)
This book is the fiction story that you MUST read! It's about a girl named sophie who's an orphan that finds joy in a Big Friendly Giant. You can't let this story pass without reading it. I give it 2 thumbs up!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Just one word... WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!, Mar 31 2004
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This review is from: Bfg (Paperback)
This book ROCKS!!! I mean, seriously!!! You should really read this book!!! If you don't, your missing out on a lot, ...!!! Really, you HAVE to read this book!!!!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars The BFG
The BFG
By: Roald Dahl
Reviewed by J. Yeh
Period: P.1

The BFG, written by Roald Dahl is about a young orphan who met a giant called the Big Friendly Giant. Read more

Published on Mar 19 2004 by Julie

5.0 out of 5 stars THIS IS A KOOL BOOK
THIS BOOK IS REALLY COOL. MY TEACHER MR.DAVENPORT READ THIS BOOK TO US IN THIRD GRADE. I'M STILL TRYING TO GET MY HANDS ON IT! IT'S A RELLY POPULAR BOOK. Read more
Published on Feb 29 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars A 5 star review
The BFG is a kind giant who wisks away a small girl named Shopie. But soon after the BFG and Shopie become friends, they go on an adventure to save people around the world from... Read more
Published on Jan 27 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfection by Roald Dahl
Roald Dahl is a complete genius he makes up these stories that no one ever would have thought of and then when he publishes them everyone loves them. Read more
Published on Jan 19 2004 by Rachel

5.0 out of 5 stars The BFG a review by Stephanie
Have you ever seen or meet a giant? Well, I hope not, but if you

have, the BFG written by Rohl Dahl is the book for you. Read more

Published on Dec 30 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars The BFG a review by Derek
Have you ever wanted to read a book about a giant? If so, then this is the book for you. The BFG is a funny book written by Ronald Dahl. Read more
Published on Dec 30 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant-Fantastic-Great- The BFG
The BFG is one of my favorite books. It is about a girl named Sophia and she is an orphan. She lives in an orphanage in England. Read more
Published on Dec 10 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant-Fantastic-Great- The BFG
The BFG is one of my favorite books. It is about a girl named Sophia and she is an orphan. She lives in an orphange in England. Read more
Published on Dec 10 2003

4.0 out of 5 stars The B FG
The BFG was a very good book.It goes a little like this, Young Sophie lies awake in her orphanage at the Witching Hour! Read more
Published on Dec 9 2003

1.0 out of 5 stars What a terrible book!!!
I am nine years old and I read this book for school. This book is about giants eating people and I thought it was realy gross. Read more
Published on Nov 21 2003

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