41 pages 1 hour read

Roald Dahl

Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1972

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator by Roald Dahl, published in 1972, follows Charlie Bucket, his family, and Willy Wonka as they soar into space in a magical glass elevator. Along the way, they navigate encounters with American astronauts and Vermicious Knids, rescue a Commuter Capsule, and return to the chocolate factory, where they face complications with anti-aging pills and receive an invitation from the President. People being eaten by aliens appears in the book.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator captivates with its imaginative plot and whimsical characters. Reviews praise its creativity and humor, though some critique its chaotic narrative and inconsistency with its predecessor. Despite mixed feelings about its story structure, readers generally appreciate its playful tone and unforgettable adventures.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator ?

Readers who enjoyed the whimsical and imaginative storytelling of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl would be equally captivated by Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator. Ideal for young readers who revel in adventurous escapades and rich, fantastical worlds.

RecommendedReading Age

8-12years

Lexile Level

720L

Book Details

Genre

Fantasy

Action / Adventure

Humor

Themes

Emotions/Behavior: Joy

Life/Time: Aging

Values/Ideas: Power & Greed