""Just William"" is a beloved children's book series written by Richmal Crompton. The series revolves around the mischievous and imaginative adventures of its main character, William Brown, a young boy with a knack for getting into trouble. The books are set in England and were first published in the early 20th century. Each chapter follows William as he embarks on various escapades, often involving his group of friends, The Outlaws. From elaborate schemes to hilarious misunderstandings, William's antics never fail to entertain readers of all ages. The series explores themes of childhood, friendship, and the challenges of growing up. Through William's perspective, readers experience the joys and frustrations of being a child, as well as the universal desire for freedom and adventure.
I own 12 of these titles, and scour secondhand bookshops for any others I can find. The stories, especially the earlier ones (written from about 1920 to just after WW2), are sidesplittingly funny. Yes, they are that old. The author was a former school teacher who quit because of health issues, and had a natural understanding of boys. William, the eternal 11 year old the stories revolve around is incorrigible, and gets into hilarious situations in which he (mostly) means well. The books are divided into chapters, each of which are self contained stories. If you have a sense of humour you'll love William.
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