Seven short stories by the venerable author of such classics as "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" and "James and the Giant Peach." Three are non-fiction: "Lucky Break" is autobiographical and chronicles the author's start in writing; "The Mildenhall Treasure" is an about a collection of valuable cutlery which was almost pilfered from the owner by a nefarious neighbor and "A Piece of Cake" is the author's first published work about his experience in the Royal Air Force during World War Two. The other pieces are short works of fiction. The title piece is a delightful tale of a greedy man who teaches himself to see through solid objects so that he can see other players' cards and his evolution into a selfless man who secretly practices philanthropy as he grows older.
Merit: Of biographical interest and typically delightful fiction.
Share: Read "The Hitchhiker", the shortest piece.
Appeal: Targeted toward intermediate, but enjoyable by all ages.
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