Nimbin

The Nimbin

by Jenny Wagner

Philippa's life is changed forever one summer when she meets a furry, shadowy little creature called a nimbin, who adopts her and takes over her beach bag as its home.

Not many people known about the nimbin, but Philippa shares the secret with her new friend, Greg, and together the three of them experience the most surprising -- and maddening -- summer ever.

Genres: Childrens, Fiction, Young Adult, Australia

120 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1978

About the author

In 1974, Jenny Wagner's book 'The Bunyip of Berkeley's Creek' won The Children's Book Council of Australia's Picture Book of the Year Award as well as a Special Award in Book of the Year for that year.

Her book, 'Aranea: a story about a spider' was commended in the 1976 Picture Book of the Year awards.

'John Brown, Rose and the Midnight Cat' was winner in 1978 of the Picture Book of the Year award.

Jenny Wagner continues to write picture books and shorter fiction that are much loved by children.

Reviews

[Victoria Barman · Rating 2 out of 5]

Again not really my type of book but this was a class book where everyone had to read one chapter every day so didn’t have a choice

[Cloud · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this as a child, teen & again as a mother, The Nimbin never fails to capture my heart. I look forward to introducing The Nimbin to my darling grandchildren too..

[Emily Jade · Rating 3 out of 5]

The Nimbin was one of my favourite books (and series) from childhood, and I remember borrowing it from my school’s library multiple times. And thanks to a library sale circa 2008, I now own those exact copies and they sit amongst the other Greats like Roald Dahl and Enid Blyton on my bookshelf.

I have been in a reading slump for a couple of weeks because life is hectic, but I have missed the simple escape of reading. I sometimes resort back to childhood favourites when I feel like this. I read The Nimbin last night in 45 minutes before bed, and was immediately whisked away.

What I had remembered from this book was the fuzzy, enigmatic and sneaky little creature called a Nimbin that we all know and love. But what I was so pleasantly surprised about was the picture perfect snapshot of the 70s-90s Australian beach camping holiday.

From mum and dad snoozing under the annex, to running down to the local shop for extra food supplies, to mucking around in the inlet with the new friends you just made, to the mosquitoes in your face the next morning because you left the flyscreen open - The Nimbin just threw me headfirst into a warm bath of pure nostalgia. And that is the biggest reason why I love it.

[Fiona · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book when I first came across it as a child, and many reads later the level of enjoyment remains just as high! The Nimbin is just an enchanting tale, and it’s appeal is timeless and ageless. When I was young, the idea of a wild creature choosing to adopt me - if only for a little while - was incredibly appealing to my imagination. As an adult, the possibility of such an experience still draws on the heartstrings! This is a wonderful Australian tale that both young, and the young at heart, can relate to and enjoy.

[Mel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I remember my grade three teacher reading this book to the class... I was able to find a copy at the library to revisit - such a wonderful Aussie story. There's a lot of dialogue about solving big problems by tackling smaller parts and focusing on the things you can fix rather than worrying about the things you can't. So much wisdom packed into a 100 page story!

[Annette Boehm · Rating 3 out of 5]

cute!

[Beth Newbold · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great little story. A very engaging read for primary school aged children.

[Derelict Space Sheep · Rating 3 out of 5]

42 WORD REVIEW:

Australian middle grade story The Nimbin shows that books don’t have to follow elaborate plot arcs or contrive to manufacture character conflicts and resolution. Instead it serenely explores its scenario: Philippa’s beach holiday turns unusual when she adopts a strange little creature.

[Stacey Longo · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely ADORED this book as a child :) I read it so many times that my English teacher bought me a copy in primary school! It's absolutely brilliant.

[liz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I dont really remember reading this book but i read it when i was in year 5 , 2009 and i remember how i was telling my teacher about it and she had read it too. We both loved it so much.

[Erica · Rating 5 out of 5]

my childhood

[Bonnie]

i read this when i was in primary school and i vividly remember how it intrigued me. i wish i could find a copy so i could reread it now.