26 MARCH 1994, Page 25

Darling Dahl

Sir: In the 40 years Roald Dahl was my neighbour and friend he never showed me anything but kindness, hospitality, generosi- ty and sagacity (Books, 19 March). He was the mental equivalent of a perfectly made dry martini cocktail. We all miss him dread- fully.

Liz Stewart-Liberty

The Lee, Buckinghamshire