From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The BFG, and Matilda comes a children's classic that has captured young readers' imaginations for generations--now featuring a peach-scented scratch-and-sniff cover! "James and the Giant Peach remains a favorite among kids and parents alike . . . thanks to its vivid imagery, vibrant characters and forthright exploration of mature themes like death and hope."--Time (100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time) After James Henry Trotter's parents are tragically eaten by a rhinoceros, he goes to live with his two horrible aunts, Spiker and Sponge. Life there is no fun, until James accidentally drops some magic crystals by the old peach tree and strange things start to happen. The peach at the top of the tree begins to grow, and before long it's as big as a house. Inside, James meets a bunch of oversized friends--Grasshopper, Centipede, Ladybug, and more. With a snip of the stem, the peach starts rolling away, and the great adventure begins!
Teeming with imagination, humor, and friendship, this "peachy" scented edition of
James and the Giant Peach is sure to bring readers along for the ride!
