Author |
Baum, L. Frank (Lyman Frank), 1856-1919 |
Illustrator |
Neill, John R. (John Rea), 1877-1943 |
Title |
Little Wizard Stories of Oz
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Contents |
The Cowardly Lion and the Hungry Tiger -- Little Dorothy and Toto -- Tiktok and the Nome King -- Ozma and the Little Wizard -- Jack Pumpkinhead and the Sawhorse -- The Scarecrow and the Tin Woodman.
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Credits |
E-text prepared by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, Greg Bergquist,
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Summary |
"Little Wizard Stories of Oz" by L. Frank Baum is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. This enchanting book features beloved characters from the Land of Oz, bringing to life tales that explore themes of friendship, courage, and adventure. The stories include whimsical adventures with featured characters like the Cowardly Lion, the Hungry Tiger, Dorothy, Jack Pumpkinhead, and Tiktok the Clockwork Man, all of which welcome readers into Baum's imaginative universe. In these tales, the reader embarks on various adventures that reveal the personalities and dynamics of the Oz inhabitants. Each story showcases unique situations that call for bravery and cleverness. For instance, in "The Cowardly Lion and the Hungry Tiger," the duo contemplates their roles as guardians, ultimately revealing their gentle nature while rescuing a lost baby. In "Little Dorothy and Toto," Dorothy and her dog navigate the magical land while encountering new friends and challenges. As the characters face their dilemmas, readers witness their growth and the magic of their relationships, illustrating that true bravery often lies in kindness and compassion rather than ferocity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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Subject |
Oz (Imaginary place) -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Fantasy literature
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Subject |
Short stories
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Subject |
Children's stories, American
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
25519 |
Release Date |
May 19, 2008 |
Most Recently Updated |
Jan 3, 2021 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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