The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, and Six More

by Roald Dahl

The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Six More is a collection of seven short stories. In the title story a man gets his wish -- to be able to see through solid surfaces -- and must decide if he should use his power for good or for personal gain. Other memorable characters from this anthology include a boy who can talk to animals, a cunning hitchhiker with an odd talent, and a man who finds a fabulous fortune but loses a golden opportunity.

Ages: 11, 12, 13
Interest Level: Grades 6 - 8
Grade Level Equivalent: 6.5
Lexile Measure: 850L
Guided Reading: NR
Publisher: Puffin Books
Number of Pages: 225
Genre: Comedy and Humor, Songs and Lyrics

About the Author

Roald Dahl Roald Dahl, one of the greatest story-tellers of all time, started writing after nearly dying in a plane crash in World War II. His first children's novel, James and the Giant Peach, was followed by an unbroken string of hugely successful, best-selling titles.