Who didn't love reading Roald Dahl books when we were growing up. The witty writing and outrageous characters made generations of children light up with delight. Well here is the first of two poems about the man himself.
It was 1916 when it happened
A wonderful man came
To a modest family in Wales
Kids would soon know his name
He attended a Cathedral School
Though this wasn't a joy
It did inspire his writings
While penning 'Boy'
The World went to war
And off he went
While flying his plane
Inspiration was sent
The fear of dying
Fear of never to return
Focused him into life
And making his a good turn
His war exploits are written down
And so if you want a look
Go to your library or shop
Get the 'Going Solo' book.
Fast forward to Gypsy House
His special refuge to write
An armchair, roll of paper and writing board
Would inspire a childs delight
I am sure by know you know
The person of which I convey
My hero of course, Roald Dahl
Who wrote his stories, a child's way
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