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It was truly the most breathless and in a way the most exhilarating time I have ever had in my life.


This edition of Going Solo, part of The Roald Dahl Classic Collection, is perfect for Dahl fans old and new.

So, enter a world where invention and mischief can be found on every page and where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers . . .

The Roald Dahl Classic Collection reinstates the versions of Dahl’s books that were published before the 2022 Puffin editions, aimed at newly independent young readers.

©2014 Roald Dahl (P)2014 Penguin Audio

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Roald Dahl’s Going Solo picks up where Boy left off, as Dahl heads to Africa at the tender age of 22 to work for Shell. The first part of the book charts his adventures just before the outbreak of WW2. As war breaks out, Dahl joins the RAF as a fighter pilot – not a comfortable job for a man of 6’ 6” – and he shares his stories of crash landings in North Africa and dogfights in Greece. Incredible stuff. Dan Stevens does a superb job with the narration, pulling off a wide variety of eccentric accents, suitably befitting of the oddball characters that Dahl meets along the way, and no-doubt used as inspiration for his, now famous, characters.

Don’t be misled by the cover art or author, this is very much a book for young adults and up.

Snakes, Boats & Dogfights

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I have no words to describe how exciting, interesting and sometimes touching this story is, so you'll just have to read it yourself and find out. The narration is also excellent - Dan Stevens has a wonderful voice which suits Dahl's autobiography exactly. As an aside, Boy is equally good.

Perfect

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First off listen to boy
You will not be disappointed
One of the best books I have listened to
Enjoy :)

What a fascinating life

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who would have thought that his life would be more amazing than his stories of fiction.

amazing story told by an amazing narrator!

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One of the most enjoyable books I've listened too!!
Like his books, every child & adult should hear his story!
No wonder he was such an incredible author!

Superb!!

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