Martin Jarvis, who has been hailed as 'the wizard of the talking book' ( The Daily Telegraph), has made the voice of William his own, and this collection of 54 laugh-out-loud stories will delight long-standing fans and first-time listeners alike.Īlso included are two bonus interviews with Richmal Crompton, recorded in 19. Featuring the original text illustrations by Thomas Henry and an introduction by Sue Townsend. With friends Ginger, Douglas and Henry (the Outlaws) and the angelic thorn-in-his-side, the lisping Violet Elizabeth Bott, William has rightly joined the literary, and radio, immortals. W illiam Brown, the eternally scruffy-haired, muddy-booted 11-year-old immortalised by Richmal Crompton in her Just William books, is being reimagined this summer in an attempt to. A joyful anniversary edition celebrating the 100th anniversary of the first publication of Richmal Cromptons bestselling, much-loved classic Just William - updated for a new generation of readers. Perpetually scruffy, mud-stained and mischievous, he is a lovable scamp whose pranks usually end in disaster - for his harassed elders at least. Richmal Crompton's stories featuring irrepressible schoolboy William Brown have been firm favourites with both young and old for decades. ' There's nothing to touch them' - Independent on Sunday There will be an 'Earthshot Week' for the first time.Īnd, for the first time, the award ceremony will be part of 'Earthshot Week,' where 'global leaders, businesses and investors convene in Singapore to explore exciting opportunities with The Earthshot Prize Winners and Finalists, aimed at accelerating their solutions and bringing about tangible action to repair the planet.' The 2023 Prize will be supported by Temasek Trust, Temasek, GenZero and Conservation International.A stunning collection of Just William stories, selected and read by Martin Jarvis The first part of the game consists of constructing Williams house and garden fence as per the diagram on the rules. Performances by musicians and artists will also take place during the ceremony. This optimistic approach embodies the spirit of The Earthshot Prize, and, as the gateway to Southeast Asia, Singapore provides the perfect venue for the 2023 Winners to be announced.'ĭuring the ceremony, five winners will be awarded £1 million to help scale their environmental solutions.

Yet, per the Earthshot Prize, 'In the face of significant environmental challenges, it is also a hub for innovators, entrepreneurs, community leaders and problem solvers who are committed to restoring our planet. Laughter on the air with Martin Jarvis and another bunch of five classic exploits from Just William creator, Richmal Crompton. The location of Southeast Asia is fitting, as the region is one of the most affected by climate change. Just William - The Great Performer by Richmal Crompton.

The Prince and Princess of Wales walk the Earthshot Prize green carpet in Boston, December 2022.

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