In Roald Dahl's classic, George's Marvellous Medicine, young George Kranky is pushed to his limits by his tyrannical grandmother. Driven by frustration, he decides to replace her daily medicine with his own concoction made from every household and farm chemical he can find. The results are spectacularly unpredictable, leading to his grandmother growing to the size of a house, then shrinking out of existence, and various farm animals undergoing bizarre transformations. This chapter book is a darkly humorous tale that explores themes of childhood mischief, dealing with difficult family members, and the unexpected consequences of one's actions. It's best suited for children aged 6-9, offering a fast-paced, entertaining read with a clear cautionary message about the dangers of mixing unknown substances.
What's the only cure for the meanest grandmother in the world? George creates a fierce and fantastic bubbling brew, the perfect cure. In this popular Dahl story, George creates a very special medicine to cure his grandma of her nasty habits. Great new Quentin Blake cover as well as a whole new exciting end section about Roald Dahl and his world.