George's Marvellous Medicine- what a tonic! (George's Marvellous Medicine - Roald Dahl)

Member Name: emmi81

Product:	George's Marvellous Medicine - Roald Dahl
Date:	11/04/09 (110 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Super read for all ages!

Disadvantages: None

I am a primary school teacher and I have just finished reading this book with my class and....they loved it! They couldn't get enough. The story revolves around a young boy called George who is fed up of being ordered about by his grandmother. She would order him to clean and tidy the house and even fetch her medicine. Therefore, one day when his mother and father were both out George decided that he would give his evil old grandmother some medicine....but his own recipe. He walked from room to room...even into the garage. He picked up toothpaste, oil, paint, anything he could find and poured it into a huge saucepan. He made his own medicine. He thought the medicine would sweeten the old lady for an hour or two, however, he didnt realise what a magical effect it would have on the old woman. On their return Mum was horrified at what George had done to his grandmother, however, his father was ecstatic. Could they recreate this medicine in huge amounts? Only time would tell.

A fantastic read. One of Roahl Dahl's best works with lots of twists and turns. The mischevious George and his medicine creates chaos. A great read for children (and adults) of all ages!

Summary: One of Dahl's best works.