Just William's Greatest Hits

The Definitive Collection of Just William Stories

By: Richmal Crompton

Narrated by: Martin Jarvis

Whether a long-standing fan or a first time listener, this collection of stories is the ultimate Just William audio experience. With over four hours of laugh-out-loud stories, including two stories performed to a live audience, Just William's Greatest Hits! is the perfect entertainment for the whole family. Boring car journeys are a thing of the past! Along with the live stories are Martin Jarvis's personal reflections of recording Just William, giving the listener a true behind- the-scenes insight into how he brings those marvellous characters to life. This is the perfect gift for the Just William fan, whether young or old. The stories included are: 'The Midnight Adventure of Miss Montague'; 'The Outlaws and Cousin Percy'; 'A Bit of Blackmail'; 'William and the Bomb'; 'William and the Snowman'; 'Violet Elizabeth Runs Away'; 'William and the Real Laurence'; 'Finding a School for William'; 'William's Truthful Christmas'; 'The Haunted House'; 'William and the Begging Letter'; 'William and the Badminton Racket'; 'A Question of Exchange'; 'The Weak Spot'; 'William the Rat Lover'; 'The Sweet Little Girl in White' and 'William and the Princess Goldilocks'.

Musical Theme: Won't You Be My Ginger? composed and performed by Richard Dworsky (piano) (c) 1995 Inner Vista Music (BMI)

© & (P)2006 BBC Audiobooks Ltd

Critic reviews

Martin Jarvis's readings of Richmal Crompton's Just William stories are works of genius

laugh out loud stories!

Timeless stories which are tremendously well written. What wonderful use of the English language. you will get addicted to these funny and charming short stories.

William

I love the time setting and Williams personality it is very good and the performance is great

Just William Classic

A collection of episodes available in other editions but still a good addition to any collection. Martin Jarvis is ALWAYS good and this is no exception. If you're just starting out on Just William, this would be a good place to start