More William

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More William

by Richmal Crompton

EN·~4 hours

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William wakes on Christmas morning buzzing with a mix of excitement and nervous anticipation. He’s determined to make the day his own, carefully choosing modest gifts for each family member—sweet treats for his father, a pirate adventure for his brother, chalks for his sister, and even a cracked cream‑jug for his mother. With a song on his lips, he wanders through the house, placing presents on each door and greeting his relatives with a cheerful “Happy Christmas,” only to be met with muffled groans.

The festive mood takes an unexpected turn when his four‑year‑old cousin Jimmy discovers that a batch of snails he’d intended as a surprise have escaped, leaving iridescent trails across coats, hats and wallpaper. Together the children launch an impromptu clean‑up, armed with buckets, brushes and plenty of water, turning the chaos into a lively, cooperative effort. Their determination to restore order hints at the spirited, resourceful character William will continue to reveal throughout the day.

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Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (267K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2005-11-21

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Richmal Crompton

Richmal Crompton

1890–1969

Best known for creating the unruly, unforgettable William Brown, this English writer mixed sharp humor with a real understanding of childhood. Her stories stayed popular for decades and helped make the Just William books a classic of British children's literature.

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