Great fun. The ending is a little rushed but the observations are great and I'd have loved this style of writing as a child. Probably not suitable for super conservative households, unfortunately. Handling of Mr Hawtrey detracts from the message of the rest of the book. Wonderful illustrations by the incomparable Quentin Blake. Hope you enjoy!

Left upstairs in the sideboard.

Read this wonderful book with my 6 & 8 years olds. They absolutely loved it. I hope whoever next collects the book enjoys it as much as we have.