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.