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Rewrites to Roald Dahl books branded 'cultural vandalism'

The latest editions of Roald Dahl's children's books have been edited to remove language which the publishers believe could be considered offensive. References in the classic children's books relating to weight, mental health, violence, gender and race have been cut and rewritten. What do you think about the changes? Andrea was joined by Matthew Parkinson-Bennett, a publisher with Little Island Books, Marie, Pat and Adina to discuss...

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12.47 20 Feb 2023


Rewrites to Roald Dahl books branded 'cultural vandalism'


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12.47 20 Feb 2023


The latest editions of Roald Dahl's children's books have been edited to remove language which the publishers believe could be considered offensive. References in the classic children's books relating to weight, mental health, violence, gender and race have been cut and rewritten. What do you think about the changes?

Andrea was joined by Matthew Parkinson-Bennett, a publisher with Little Island Books, Marie, Pat and Adina to discuss...


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