The Magic of Oz by L. Frank Baum

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Author Baum, L. Frank (Lyman Frank), 1856-1919
Illustrator Neill, John R. (John Rea), 1877-1943
Title The Magic of Oz
Note Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Magic of Oz" by L. Frank Baum is a fantasy novel written in the early 20th century. The story continues the adventures in the enchanting Land of Oz, focusing on beloved characters like Dorothy, the Wizard, Trot, Cap'n Bill, and various magical creatures as they embark on a quest to find a special birthday gift for Princess Ozma. The whimsical and imaginative plot explores themes of friendship, bravery, and the joy of giving. At the start of the novel, we meet Kiki Aru, a Hyup boy living on Mount Munch, who discovers a secret magic word that allows him to transform himself and others into different forms. Longing to escape his mundane life, Kiki transforms into a bird and flies away, encountering Ruggedo, the deposed Nome King, who attempts to persuade Kiki to aid him in a plot against the inhabitants of Oz. Meanwhile, Dorothy and her friends are planning a surprise birthday gift for Ozma, setting the stage for an intertwining adventure full of magic, intrigue, and the challenges of loyalty and deception. The opening lays a foundation for a captivating tale that combines humor, creativity, and the essence of classic fairy tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Oz (Imaginary place) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Fantasy literature
Subject Islands -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Revenge -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Birthdays -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Rescues -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Magic -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Cats -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Princesses -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Kings and rulers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Courage -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Animals, Mythical -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Gale, Dorothy (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Princess Ozma (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Cowardly Lion (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Wizard of Oz (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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