May 23, 2023 · In the decades since its publication, James and the Giant Peach alone has been lambasted for its references to drugs and drink (all that snuff and whiskey), profanity ("ass" is used several times),...

Mar 18, 2021 · Amid controversy over rewritten editions of Roald Dahl's books, concerns about reputed prejudices have raised questions about his legacy.

Feb 20, 2023 · Some writers and voices within the publishing industry have criticized the updated works as an act of censorship they believe was brought about by Netflix’s 2021 acquisition of the RDSC. However,...

Puffin Books, the children's imprint of the British publisher Penguin Books, expurgated various works by British author Roald Dahl in 2023, sparking controversy. Dahl has received criticism for anti-Semitic comments and his use of racial and sexual stereotypes.

Feb 21, 2023 · The news that changes have been made to the works of best-selling children’s author Roald Dahl has been met with anger from leading writers, including Booker prizewinner Salman Rushdie, who...

Roald Dahl, who died in 1990 at the age of 74, was a complex figure. In addition to the push to make his books less offensive and more inclusive, his personal beliefs have also come under scrutiny....

Dec 6, 2020 · British children's book author Roald Dahl, as pictured in 1971. Thirty years after his death, Dahl's family has apologized for the author's anti-Semitism.

May 30, 2023 · Recent revisions made to Roald Dahl's children's novels sparked a controversy over censorship. However, the rewriting and editing of books is nothing new, writes Neil Armstrong. Sir Salman...

Jul 21, 2023 · The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Center in England has issued a formal apology for antisemitic views expressed by the British children’s author, who died in 1990 at age 74.

Feb 21, 2023 · Changes to Roald Dahl’s original texts, made by his publisher and the entity that manages his legacy, in pursuit of more inclusion, have aroused global outrage. Salman Rushdie’s tweet sums it up:...