Richmal Crompton

1 book referenced

Books by Richmal Crompton

Just William

Referenced in 2 episodes

492. The War on Beards: From Peter the Great to John Lennon (Part 2)

September 09, 2024

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Referenced as stories that provide 'a brilliant window into their mentality in Middle England' where bearded characters are portrayed as eccentric vegetarians or League of Nations enthusiasts

137. 1922: The Birth of the Modern World Part 2

January 14, 2022

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Discussed as a book series created in 1922, described as stories about 'the ultimate naughty schoolboy' that provide a window into middle England anxieties in the 1920s and 1930s. The hosts note the books sold millions of copies.