Matilda
by Roald Dahl
1988 children's book by Roald Dahl.
- Editions tracked
- 1
- First edition
- Jonathan Cape, 1988
- First published
- Jonathan Cape, London, 1988
- Worth
- Not yet valued
Spot the first edition: Jacket, front flap: Priced £8.50 (first issue jacket) Full identification guide
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Who published the first edition of Matilda?
The first edition of Matilda by Roald Dahl was published in London by Jonathan Cape in 1988.
How many editions of Matilda are there?
We track 1 edition of Matilda, including 1 first edition. Each has its own page with how to identify it.
Has Matilda been adapted for film or television?
Yes, including Matilda (film, 2022), Matilda (film, 1996).
How can I tell if my copy of Matilda is a first edition?
Check the title page and its reverse (the copyright page) against the edition: publisher, place and date should match, with no later printing or edition stated. Where we know the issue points, they are listed on the edition's page.
Where these facts come from
- Matilda (novel), Wikipedia (en.wikipedia.org)
- Matilda. Illustrated by Quentin Blake (1988), Ulysses Rare Books (rarebooks.ie)
Every fact on this page was checked against the sources listed. Checked 17 October 2026.