William the Outlaw facts for kids

William the Outlaw is the seventh book in the Just William series by Richmal Crompton. It was first published in 1927.

Stories

• William the Outlaw—The Outlaws receive an unwanted lecture on geology.
• The Terrible Magician—The Outlaws believe that Mr. Galileo Simkins, a harmless amateur scientist, is really an evil sorcerer.
• Georgie and the Outlaws—The Outlaws' parents discover there is such a thing as a perfect child.
• William Plays Santa Claus—William is given the task of distributing Christmas presents at two separate parties.
• William and the White Elephants—The literal-minded William is thrilled to be put in charge of a white elephant stall - until he learns what a "white elephant" actually is.
• Finding a School for William—Horrified that Mr Cranthorpe-Cranborough, a headmaster, intends to send him away to his boarding school, William sets out to sabotage the plan.
• The Stolen Whistle—William annoys the entire neighborhood with his new dog-whistle.
• William Finds a Job—Robert has fallen in love with the daughter of an artist—a fact which William ruthlessly exploits.
• William's Busy Day—A caving expedition leads William into strange territory.
• William is Hypnotised—William takes revenge on the school sneak.