James’s happy life at the English seaside is rudely ended when his parents are killed by a rhinoceros, he is then forced to go live with his two horrid aunts. Daringly saving the life of a spider he comes into possession of magic boiled crocodile tongues, which causes an enormous peach to grow in the garden. Venturing inside he meets not only the spider but a number of new friends including a ladybug and a centipede, who help him with his plan to try and get to New York.
…from the classic childrens’ book by Roald Dahl |
