{"product_id":"kiss-kiss","title":"Kiss Kiss by Roald Dahl","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"687\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"44\"\u003eBook Summary – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"47\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"58\"\u003eKiss Kiss\u003c\/em\u003e is a collection of darkly comic and often macabre short stories by Roald Dahl, showcasing his mastery of suspense, irony, and twisted endings. Published in 1960, the anthology includes tales filled with unexpected plot twists, exploring themes of human nature, deception, and cruelty—sometimes with a touch of the bizarre or grotesque. Stories like “The Landlady,” “Lamb to the Slaughter,” and “Pig” highlight Dahl’s sharp wit and ability to unsettle readers while entertaining them. Unlike his children’s books, \u003cem data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"583\"\u003eKiss Kiss\u003c\/em\u003e is intended for adult readers, revealing a more sinister and sophisticated side of Dahl’s storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"1390\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"722\"\u003eAbout the Author – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"725\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoald Dahl\u003c\/strong\u003e (1916–1990) was a British novelist, short story writer, poet, and screenwriter, widely celebrated for his imaginative children’s literature, including classics such as \u003cem data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"939\"\u003eCharlie and the Chocolate Factory\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"950\"\u003eMatilda\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"983\"\u003eJames and the Giant Peach\u003c\/em\u003e. Born in Wales to Norwegian parents, Dahl served as a Royal Air Force pilot during World War II before turning to writing. His work is characterized by dark humor, unexpected twists, and a profound empathy for children. While beloved for his children’s books, Dahl also crafted many acclaimed stories for adults, often exploring the darker aspects of human nature with sharp and sometimes unsettling prose.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45156647993530,"sku":"2GIU38T6Q-Used","price":19.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/kiss.jpg?v=1758035590","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/kiss-kiss","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}