Esio Trot

Esio Trot by Roald Dahl is a humorous children's story about shy Mr Hoppy, his neighbour Mrs Silver, and her much-loved tortoise, Alfie. Mr Hoppy dreams of winning Mrs Silver's affection, and comes up with an unusual plan involving tortoises and some very peculiar words.

A playful read for children who enjoy quirky characters and mischievous ideas, this paperback is a lovely addition to a Roald Dahl collection or a story to share at home.

• Author: Roald Dahl
• Format: Paperback
• ISBN: 978-0-141-37139-9
• Genre: Children's fiction and humour
• Suggested reading age: Approximately 7–10 years, depending on reading ability
• Estimated weight: 120 g