A review by hollysmith54
The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Six More by Roald Dahl

2.0

I learned of Roald Dahl’s antisemitism and attitudes towards people of colour half way through this (whilst reading Jews Don’t Count by David Baddiel). I continued to listen to the audio book to see if I could spot the critiques people had outlined - indeed many examples followed. A strange collection of short stories and biopics (how Roald Dahl became a writer etc). A little darker than the kids classics we all know. Some stories I enjoyed, others were hard to follow, some were difficult to listen to.

I am left with discomfort and confusion. The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar is to be released on Netflix later this year, produced and directed by Wes Anderson. I wonder what kind of reception it will get.