"Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" is a children's novel by Roald Dahl. The story centers around Charlie Bucket, a kind and impoverished boy who lives with his parents and four grandparents near the largest and most famous chocolate factory in the world, owned by the mysterious Willy Wonka. Wonka announces a contest by hiding five Golden Tickets inside his chocolate bars, granting the finders a tour of his factory and a lifetime supply of chocolate. Charlie, after many struggles, finds the last Golden Ticket. Charlie, along with four other children, tours the magical chocolate factory. The factory is staffed by the tiny Oompa-Loompas, and throughout the tour, the other children, who are selfish and poorly behaved, suffer comical yet harsh consequences: Augustus Gloop falls into a chocolate river, Violet Beauregarde turns into a blueberry after chewing experimental gum, Veruca Salt is thrown down a garbage chute by trained squirrels, and Mike Teavee is shrunk by a teleportation device. Charlie's good manners and respect impress Willy Wonka, who ultimately rewards Charlie with ownership of the factory.
The story is highly regarded and has been adapted into movies and other media. It is known for its imaginative plot, moral lessons, and memorable characters.
