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Still—William is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Crompton, Richmal (1890–1969).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Still—William" by Richmal Crompton is a humorous children's novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows the adventures of the mischievous and imaginative young boy, William Brown, as he navigates the trials of childhood and interactions with family, friends, and adults in a quaint English village. His mischievous antics often lead him into trouble, providing a comic reflection of the innocence and chaos of childhood. The opening of "Still—William" introduces readers to William's obsession with obtaining a colorful silk handkerchief to match those of his friends. After a series of humorous interactions with his disinterested mother and dismissive father, William devises a plan to acquire the bishop's handkerchief at a village event. However, his attempts to steal it are met with a comical mishap, resulting in a series of chaotic misadventures involving the bishop and other townsfolk. This sets the tone for the playful mischief and the lighthearted exploration of childhood that continues throughout the story.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Still—William
- Author credits: Crompton, Richmal (1890–1969)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Boys -- Juvenile fiction
- Children's stories, English
- Humorous stories, English
- William (Fictitious character from Crompton) -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
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