Mennyms in the Wilderness

Mennyms in the Wilderness by Sylvia Waugh is a novel published by Red Fox in 1995, featuring 266 pages in English. This edition continues the story of the suburban family introduced in The Mennyms, which previously received recognition with the Guardian Children’s Fiction Award in 1994. In this installment, the Mennyms confront a crisis as their home is endangered by a motorway development, prompting them to relocate to the countryside to avoid the impending consequences.

Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of family and resilience as the Mennyms navigate their new environment. The story delves into their experiences and challenges in adapting to life away from their familiar suburban setting. With elements of juvenile fiction, the book also touches on aspects related to people and places in Europe, as well as the significance of toys, dolls, and puppets within the family’s journey. This edition invites readers to engage with the Mennyms’ adventures as they seek to find a new home and a sense of belonging.