What Is the Story of Willy Wonka?

What Is the Story of Willy Wonka?
Author: Steve Korte
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2021-07-06
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0593224221

#1 New York Times bestselling Who HQ series brings you the stories behind the most beloved characters of our time. Grab your golden ticket and learn how Willy Wonka became an internationally popular figure in literature and film. The whimsical, wacky, and wondrous character of Willy Wonka made his first appearance in Roald Dahl's 1964 children's novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. When the fictional factory owner opened up the doors of his company, readers were welcomed into his world of pure imagination...and chocolate! Wonka went on to dazzle a whole new set of fans in the 1971 film that brought Dahl's characters to life. Since then, there have been other movie adaptations, books, musicals, and even theme park rides that bring the world just a little bit closer to this fantastic chocolatier. Learn about the legacy of Wonka in this new book from the #1 New York Times bestselling series.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Author: Roald Dahl
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2017-02-07
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0147512956

Now a Broadway musical! Roald Dahl's iconic story of a little boy, a golden ticket, and a fantastical chocolate factory has been adapted into a wonderful new musical. This edition has a great new cover featuring the musical's poster art and a foreword by Jack O'Brien, Tony Award-winning Director. Willy Wonka's famous chocolate factory is opening at last! But only five lucky children will be allowed inside. And the winners are: Augustus Gloop, an enormously fat boy whose hobby is eating; Veruca Salt, a spoiled-rotten brat whose parents are wrapped around her little finger; Violet Beauregarde, a dim-witted gum-chewer with the fastest jaws around; Mike Teavee, a toy pistol-toting gangster-in-training who is obsessed with television; and Charlie Bucket, Our Hero, a boy who is honest and kind, brave and true, and good and ready for the wildest time of his life!

Pure Imagination

Pure Imagination
Author: Mel Stuart
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2001-01-01
Genre:
ISBN: 9785559106496

From the director of "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" comes a dazzling retrospective celebrating the legacy of this beloved film. 100+ photos, many in color.

Inside Charlie's Chocolate Factory

Inside Charlie's Chocolate Factory
Author: Lucy Mangan
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2014-09-09
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 069816394X

Celebrate the 50 years of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory with this scrumdiddlyumptious book about the iconic novel and author! Inside Charlie’s Chocolate Factory explores the unique appeal and lasting cultural impact of Roald Dahl’s beloved classic. This non-fiction book looks at the development of the original story and charaters, its social history, and the varying film and stage adaptations. With never-before-seen material from the archives, full-color photos and illustrations throughout, and quotes from Roald Dahl enthusiasts this gorgeously produced gift book is a great way for fans to celebrate Charlie, Wonka, and Roald Dahl!

The Complete Adventures of Charlie and Mr Willy Wonka

The Complete Adventures of Charlie and Mr Willy Wonka
Author: Roald Dahl
Publisher: Penguin UK
Total Pages: 333
Release: 2014-02-17
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0141355395

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator together in a single bumper volume with phizz-whizzing new Roald Dahl branding! In CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, Mr Willy Wonka opened the gates of his amazing factory to Charlie Bucket, our hero, and four repulsive children. They are Augustus Gloop (greedy), Veruca Salt (spoiled), Violet Beauregard (gum-chewer) and Mike Teavee (TV addict). Next, in CHARLIE AND THE GREAT GLASS ELVEVATOR, Charlie and his family find themselves orbiting the Earth with Mr Willy Wonka. WHOOSH! So grab your gizzard! Hold your hats! Pay attention please. Mr Wonka wouldn't like to lose any of you at this stage of the proceedings . . . Listen to CHARLIE and other Roald Dahl audiobooks read by some very famous voices, including Kate Winslet, David Walliams and Steven Fry - plus there are added squelchy soundeffects from Pinewood Studios! Look out for new Roald Dahl apps in the App store and Google Play- including the disgusting TWIT OR MISS! inspired by the revolting Twits.

Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator

Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator
Author: Roald Dahl
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2007-08-16
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1101652969

From the bestselling author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and The BFG! Last seen flying through the sky in a giant elevator in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Charlie Bucket's back for another adventure. When the giant elevator picks up speed, Charlie, Willy Wonka, and the gang are sent hurtling through space and time. Visiting the world’' first space hotel, battling the dreaded Vermicious Knids, and saving the world are only a few stops along this remarkable, intergalactic joyride.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Author: Roald Dahl
Publisher: Puffin
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Bucket, Charlie (Fictitious character)
ISBN: 9780141328874

Charlie Bucket loves CHOCOLATE. And Mr Willy Wonka, the most wondrous inventor in the world, is opening the gates of his amazing chocolate factory to five lucky children. It's the prize of a lifetime! Gobstoppers, wriggle sweets and a river of melted chocolate delight await - Charlie needs just one Golden Ticket and these delicious treats could all be his. Explore Willy Wonka's AMAZING world with this unique pop-up edition of Roald Dahl's much loved story.

LIFE Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

LIFE Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
Author: LIFE Magazine
Publisher: Time Home Entertainment
Total Pages: 152
Release: 2021-08-06
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1547859504

LIFE celebrates the 50th anniversary of the beloved family classic Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory with a veritable chocolate river of stories and photos. The book features a collection of gorgeous behind-the-scenes photographs that reveal the merriment and mayhem of the original movie set. It also tells the improbable story of how Roald Dahl's book was ever filmed in the first place, and tracks how the movie went from being an opening-day dud to a staple of American childhood, as well as the inspiration for a Tim Burton&–Johnny Depp remake and a popular Broadway musical. The issue includes tributes to star Gene Wilder and explains why he was the perfect Wonka, and shares what became of the movie's child stars. From Golden Tickets to Oompa Loompas to Everlasting Gobstoppers, LIFE captures everything that made Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory a work of pure imagination.

The Whipple-scrumptious Joke Book

The Whipple-scrumptious Joke Book
Author: Kay Woodward
Publisher: Puffin Books
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2005
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780142403891

An illustrated collection of jokes based on the movie Charlie and the chocolate factory.

Willy Wonka's Everlasting Book of Fun

Willy Wonka's Everlasting Book of Fun
Author: Roald Dahl
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 81
Release: 2022-05-10
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0593519248

How do you make a chocolate milkshake? You give it a fright! Keep boredom at bay with Willy Wonka as your host in Willy Wonka's Everlasting Book of Fun. Filled with practical jokes, activities, and fun recipes for any occassion, this book is perfect for fans who want to bring the excitement of the Chocolate Factory to life!