The Twits — Roald Dahl • Ages 6+

The Twits — Themes & Analysis

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Key themes in The Twits by Roald Dahl.

Key Themes

Ugliness of Character

Dahl explicitly states that horrible thoughts make a face horrible — a person's inner ugliness shows on the outside. This is one of Dahl's most frequently expressed beliefs.

Revenge

Both Twits spend their time trying to outdo each other in nastiness. The Muggle-Wumps' revenge is satisfying because the Twits fully deserve it.

Freedom and Captivity

The Muggle-Wumps are caged and forced to perform. Their desire for freedom is entirely sympathetic. The story ends with them free and the Twits imprisoned by their own foolishness.

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