William the Lawless facts for kids
| Author | Richmal Crompton |
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| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's literature |
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Publication date
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1970 |
| Media type | Print (hardback & paperback) & Audio book |
| Preceded by | William the Superman |
| Followed by | - |
William the Lawless is a collection of exciting stories about a mischievous boy named William Brown. It was the very last book in the popular William Books series. This book was published in 1970, after the author, Richmal Crompton, had passed away in 1969.
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About William the Lawless
This book is special because it's the final adventure with William and his friends, the Outlaws. Richmal Crompton wrote many stories about William, and this collection brings more of his funny and sometimes chaotic escapades to life. Even though it was published after she died, it still has all the charm and humor her fans loved.
What's Inside the Book?
William the Lawless is filled with short stories. Each one shows William getting into trouble or trying to help in his own unique way. He often means well, but his plans usually go wrong in a hilarious fashion.
William's Helpful (and Funny) Ideas
In one story, William tries to help an older gentleman with his garden. The garden is not looking its best. William decides to "borrow" some plants from his sister's rockery. He thinks this is a great way to make the old man happy. Of course, this leads to funny situations and misunderstandings.
William and his friends, the Outlaws, also plan a special wedding gift. This gift is for their school teacher. When William sets out to find the perfect present, you can be sure things won't go smoothly. His adventures often involve unexpected twists and turns.
Other Characters You'll Meet
You'll also see some familiar faces in these stories. Archie, another character from William's world, makes a return. General Moult celebrates his 90th birthday. He shares a happy memory from a long time ago, saying he hasn't felt so happy since the "relief of Mafeking." This was a famous event from history.
About the Author, Richmal Crompton
Richmal Crompton Lamburn (1890–1969) was an English writer. She is best known for creating the character of William Brown. She wrote 38 books in the Just William series. Her stories have been loved by generations of readers. They are famous for their humor and for capturing the spirit of childhood adventures.
