William—the outlaw: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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William—the outlaw is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Crompton, Richmal (1890–1969).
Catalogue synopsis
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"William—the Outlaw" by Richmal Crompton is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows the mischievous adventures of William Brown and his friends, a group known as the Outlaws, as they navigate their childhood while often finding themselves in trouble for their antics. The stories typically revolve around themes of friendship, rebellion against authority, and the imaginative escapades of young boys. At the start of the novel, the Outlaws, led by the spirited William, are reluctant to go to school on a sunny afternoon. Instead, they dream of becoming "real Outlaws," imagining a life in the woods free from school and adult constraints. However, their plan to escape leads to humorous challenges, including an encounter with various authority figures from their school and a misunderstanding involving a ferocious man and an unexpected lecture. The first chapter sets the tone for the light-hearted adventure and chaos that are to follow, establishing William as a character filled with infectious optimism and a knack for getting into trouble.
Book and edition facts
- Title: William—the outlaw
- 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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