| Author |
Thompson, Ruth Plumly, 1893-1976 |
| Illustrator |
Neill, John R. (John Rea), 1877-1943 |
| Other |
Baum, L. Frank (Lyman Frank), 1856-1919 |
| Title |
Grampa in Oz
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Roger Frank and Sue Clark
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| Summary |
"Grampa in Oz" by Ruth Plumly Thompson is a fantasy adventure written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the whimsical Land of Oz and revolves around the misadventures of Grampa, an old soldier; Prince Tatters; and a weather cock named Bill as they embark on a quest to find King Fumbo's lost head and seek fortune. This tale continues the legacy of the beloved Oz stories originally created by L. Frank Baum, offering a blend of humor, magic, and the enchanting setting of Oz. The opening of "Grampa in Oz" introduces readers to the Kingdom of Ragbad, ruled by the hapless King Fumbo, who has inadvertently lost his head during a storm. Grampa, the courageous old soldier, along with Prince Tatters and the comical weather cock Bill, are soon drawn into a chaotic series of events to solve their King’s predicament. As they begin their journey, the narrative unfolds with rich character development, whimsical mishaps, and a promise of adventure tinged with the trademark charm of Oz. The trio's humorous interactions and the peculiar challenges they face set the stage for an engaging quest filled with magic and unexpected surprises. (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 fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
61681 |
| Release Date |
Mar 26, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 28, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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