William the Outlaw facts for kids

William the Outlaw is the seventh book in the popular Just William series. It was written by Richmal Crompton and first came out in 1927. This book continues the funny adventures of William Brown, a mischievous schoolboy, and his loyal group of friends, known as "the Outlaws." They are always finding new ways to get into trouble and cause chaos in their village.

Adventures in This Book

This book is a collection of exciting and humorous short stories. Each one shows William and his friends dealing with everyday life in their own unique way.

Story Summaries

• William the Outlaw
  • The Outlaws are not happy when they get an unexpected lesson about geology. They prefer adventure over schoolwork!
• The Terrible Magician
  • William and his friends think Mr. Galileo Simkins, a kind scientist, is a powerful, evil sorcerer. They try to stop his "magic."
• Georgie and the Outlaws
  • The parents of the Outlaws meet a child named Georgie. This child seems absolutely perfect, which makes William look even more like a typical boy.
• William Plays Santa Claus
  • William gets the job of giving out Christmas presents. He has to do this at two different parties, leading to some funny mix-ups.
• William and the White Elephants
  • William is excited to be in charge of a "white elephant" stall. He soon learns that a "white elephant" is not a real animal.
• Finding a School for William
  • William hears that a headmaster wants to send him to boarding school. He tries his best to ruin the plan so he can stay home.
• The Stolen Whistle
  • William gets a new dog-whistle. He uses it so much that it annoys everyone in the whole neighborhood.
• William Finds a Job
  • William's older brother, Robert, falls in love with an artist's daughter. William uses this to his advantage in a clever way.
• William's Busy Day
  • A trip to explore caves leads William into some very strange places. He finds himself in an unexpected adventure.
• William is Hypnotised
  • William gets revenge on a schoolmate who often tells tales on others. He uses a funny trick to get back at them.