Twice turned into a feature film,Charlie and the Chocolate Factoryis a delectable classic about a childs dreams and the eccentric chocolate-maker who makes them come true.When Willy Wonkas hallowed chocolate factory holds a worldwide contest awarding tours to the lucky, five children emerge as winners, including a glutton, a gum-chewing nitwit, a spoiled brat, and a TV addict. Only Charlie Bucket, the storys earnest hero, stands to win the exotic riches of Wonkas empireif he avoids the pitfalls of his fellow contestants and stays true to his heart. Ingenious and entertaining,Charlie and the Chocolate Factoryis a true modern classicby one of the most beloved storytellers of our time.

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