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 First edition (second impression) | |
| Author | Richmal Crompton |
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| Illustrator | Thomas Henry |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's literature |
| Publisher | Newnes |
Publication date | 1942 |
| Media type | Print (hardback & paperback) & Audio book |
| Followed by | William and The Brains Trust |
William Carries On is the twenty-fourth book in the Just William series by Richmal Crompton. It was first published in 1942.
The Parfits (formerly the Clives) are returning to the village because of the war and are going to celebrate Joan's birthday in the village. However, an unexploded bomb postpones the party.
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