The Magic Finger and The Minpins

I'm curious about what sparked the idea for this whimsical story and how he decided on this unique magical power for the characters.

The story wraps up with a moral twist that made me wonder if Dahl intended to make the lesson clear or leave some room for interpretation.

The themes feel timeless, but I wonder if modern kids see the humor and lessons in the same way as when it was first written.