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A joyful edition celebrating the 100th anniversary of the first publication of Richmal Crompton's bestselling, much-loved classic Just William. As brimming with fun and adventure as when it first published in 1922.

Described by the Daily Telegraph as 'the wizard of the talking book', Martin Jarvis has made the voices of William and his gang of outlaws his own in these marvellous readings. Roar with laughter as the lovable rogue, hampered by the loathsome Violet Elizabeth, wreaks... Read Full Overview

Richmal Crompton (1890 - 1969) was a British writer who had been trained as a schoolmistress. Crompton is best known for the Just William short story collections.

It's Just William: everyone's favorite troublemaker

It all began with William's aunt, who was in a good temper that morning, and gave him a shilling for posting a letter for her and carrying her parcels from the grocer's. "Buy some sweets or go to the Pictures," she said carelessly, as she gave it to him.

The book "Just William", has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted,... Read Full Overview

""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... Read Full Overview

Just William makes his mark in this hilarious collection of twelve classic stories. Whether it's trying to arrange a marriage for his sister or taking a job as a boot boy as step one in his grand plan to run away, William manages to cause chaos wherever he goes.We are happy to... Read Full Overview

Book Excerpt: ...Jack Morgan, Jack Morgan'--jus' like that. An' she eats just nothin' now. Always hangin' round the windows to watch you pass."The perspiration stood out in beads on Mr. Morgan's brow."It's--horrible," he said at last in a hoarse whisper.William was gratified... Read Full Overview