Roald Dahl is one of the greatest writers of children's stories ever - but his books are beloved by adults too. We read the books and saw the movies as kids but we carry their memories into adulthood. Here are some Roald Dahl quotes that will remind you of the halcyon days of childhood and inspire the days of adulthood.
I think Walt Disney and Road Dahl lived in synchronicity.
This comes from “The Twits”. There’s nothing twittish about this thought.
As written in Charlie and The Chocolate Factory. Remember what happened to Mike Teavee? Wise words indeed.
He’s so right. What’s the point of living your life if you don’t live it to its fullest.
Always be true to yourself but remember, even if you try and hide the truth, your eyes and smile can betray you.
Go out and discover the world. It is full of the most amazing surprises,.
Life is about living. There are times to be serious and there are times to lighten up.
I wish a great many self-serving politicians in this world would embrace this sentiment. But, we as normal people have chances to influence too - let's do it right.
Every life needs games to be fun.
I like to think this means that you have to believe in luck for it to find you.
Roald Dahl says - be prepared for anything and everything.
No matter how bad or beautiful - you know your parents will always love you.
Why love's true path never runs smooth.
Didn't your mother always tell you "there is someone out there for everyone"?
You don't have to be famous, but you should leave your mark in your own little corner of the world.
There are times when you know best, when it's time to go with your instinct.
I had to include this because ... I have never been a fan of facial hair and I find the current trend of men to be hairy quite unpalatable. Each to their own but I wonder what Roald Dahl would have made of the profusion of beards today.
In a nutshell - GO FOR IT
This prolific author knew the true power of books.
Quite simply ...