Mi padlet atrevido by Luciano Lombraña Tomasino

Oxford Cambridge or none

llombraniatomasino — 2024-08-15 15:32:11 UTC

They give to Roald the choice between Oxford Cambridge or not going to any university and he decides not to go to any, instead he decide to work in a compa y that can send it to him on travels to Africa and China.

3 Companys

laseverino — 2024-08-15 15:39:45 UTC

Roald try to be accepted by 3 companys: Shell company, Imperial Chemicals and a finnish lumber company

Interview with Shell

llombraniatomasino — 2024-08-22 14:01:55 UTC

Despite his Housemaster's warnings, Dahl is one of seven selected from over a hundred candidates for a position at the Shell Company. His Housemaster, although surprised, shows no enthusiasm for the news.

Newfoundland Adventure:

llombraniatomasino — 2024-08-22 14:03:06 UTC

Before starting at Shell, Dahl joins an expedition with the Public Schools' Exploring Society to explore Newfoundland. The experience turns out to be hard but enriching, facing difficult conditions and living a true adventure.

Training at Shell

llombraniatomasino — 2024-08-22 14:04:18 UTC

 Dahl spends two years in training with Shell, learning about how the company works and working in sales in Somerset. He adapts well to the routine and orderly life of the business, in contrast to the difficulties of being a writer.

Deployment to Egypt

llombraniatomasino — 2024-08-22 14:06:32 UTC

 Initially, he is assigned a post in Egypt, but Dahl declines due to preferring more exotic locations. After a brief discussion, his boss offers him a position in East Africa, which Dahl enthusiastically accepts.

Early Days in Africa

llombraniatomasino — 2024-08-22 14:13:26 UTC

 Dahl sets off for East Africa at age twenty, ready for an adventure in an exotic and challenging environment. Experience life in a difficult environment, learning about the jungle, wildlife and tropical diseases.

War and Military Career

llombraniatomasino — 2024-08-22 14:14:27 UTC

 With the outbreak of the Second World War, Dahl joins the RAF and becomes a fighter pilot, participating in various campaigns in the Mediterranean. This part of his life becomes another story, which he promises to tell later.