The Min-Min facts for kids
| Author | Mavis Thorpe Clark |
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| Country | Australia |
| Language | English |
| Genre | children's fiction |
| Publisher | Lansdowne Press, Melbourne |
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Publication date
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1966 |
| Media type | |
| Pages | 206 pp |
| Preceded by | They Came South |
| Followed by | Blue Above the Trees |
The Min-Min is an exciting adventure novel for young readers. It was written in 1966 by the talented Australian author Mavis Thorpe Clark. The book even won a special award, the Children's Book of the Year Award: Older Readers, in 1967!
What is The Min-Min About?
This story takes place in a small, dusty railway town. It is called a "fettlers' siding." This town is located in the Australian desert. It is just south of a place called Woomera.
Meet Sylvie and Reg
The book follows the adventures of two children. Their names are Sylvie Edwards and her younger brother, Reg. They live in this remote desert town.
A Desert Journey Begins
One day, Reg accidentally breaks a teacher's record player. This event causes a big problem. Because of this, Sylvie and Reg decide to leave. They set off on a journey across the vast desert. Their goal is to reach the Tuckers' homestead. This is a long and challenging trip.
