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While Dorothy Gale is at home in Kansas one day, she and her pet dog Toto meet the Shaggy Man who comes walking past the Gale farm. He is a friendly, yet slightly senile hobo with an optimistic, carefree mentality.

In order to prevent a war between two neighboring groups, Ozma and Dorothy travel to a remote corner of Oz to lend their wisdom and their aid. Despite their good intentions, the Skeezers and the Flatheads are determined to have their war and imprison the two girls in an enclosed underwater city.

Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz is the fourth book set in the Land of Oz written by L. Frank Baum. It was published on June 18, 1908 and reunites Dorothy Gale with the humbug Wizard from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz . Dorothy Gale is gladly joining her Uncle Henry in California to visit relatives who live at Hugson's Ranch, after their vacation from Australia in Ozma of Oz . Dorothy meets Hugson's nephew who is her second cousin, Zeb of Hugson's Ranch. Dorothy, Eureka (her cat) and Zeb are riding a buggy being pulled by a cab-horse named Jim when a violent earthquake strikes.

The Emerald City of Oz is the sixth book in L. Frank Baum's Oz series. Originally published on July 20, 1910, it is the story of Dorothy Gale and her Uncle Henry and Aunt Em coming to live in Oz permanently. While they are toured through the Quadling Country, the Nome King is assembling allies for an invasion of Oz. This is the first time in the Oz series that Baum made use of double plots for one of the books.

This classic, fun story from L. Frank Baum (The Wizard of Oz) is about how the mean-spirited Daemons of the Caves get fed up with Santa making children happy, so they decide to kidnap him on Christmas Eve!

Angin puting beliung menerbangkan rumah Dorothy di padang rumput Kansas yang kelabu ke negeri antah berantah bernama Oz. Berbeda dengan keadaan di Kansas yang gersang, Oz sangat indah. Pepohonan hijau tumbuh subur, buah-buahan segar menerbitkan air liur. Walaupun begitu, bagi Dorothy tak ada...

In The Tin Woodman of Oz, the twelfth enchanting installment of L. Frank Baums beloved Land of Oz series, our heartwarming hero, the Tin Woodman, embarks on a nostalgic journey that leads him to reunite with his long-lost Munchkin sweetheart, Nimmie Amee. This touching tale, originally published on May 13, 1918, delves into the Tin Woodmans backstory, revealing the poignant moments from his days as a flesh-and-blood man, as first hinted in The Wizard of Oz. (Summary from Wikipedia)

Step into the enchanting world of Oz with The Scarecrow of Oz, the ninth installment in L. Frank Baums beloved series. First published on July 16, 1915, this captivating tale is Baums personal favorite and follows the adventurous duo, Capn Bill and Trot, as they journey to Oz. With the clever assistance of the Scarecrow, they set out to liberate the land from the tyrannical rule of King Krewl of Jinxland. Enjoy a rich narrative experience brought to life by talented narrators, including Cori Samuel, Ed Good, and Kelly Harmon, alongside a vibrant cast of characters performed by a diverse ...

Join Dorothy, a spirited farm girl, as she is swept away by a cyclone to the enchanting land of Oz. There, she discovers that she has liberated the Munchkins from the clutches of the Wicked Witch of the East. Gifted with the magical Silver Slippers, Dorothy embarks on a quest to find the illustrious Wizard of Oz, the only one who can return her home. Along her journey, she teams up with a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodsman, and a Cowardly Lion, all while evading the menacing Wicked Witch of the West and the myriad perils that lurk in this wondrous realm. (Summary by T.Craft)

Step into the enchanting world of Ozma of Oz, the third installment in L. Frank Baums beloved Oz series. In this captivating tale, Dorothy finds herself shipwrecked on the shores of a magical land neighboring Oz, known as Ev. There, she forges friendships with Tiktok, a charming wind-up mechanical man; Billina, a witty talking chicken; and the courageous Ozma, the rightful ruler of Oz, who is on a daring mission to rescue the royal family of Ev from the clutches of the Nome King. Reunited with her faithful companions—the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion—Dorothy embarks on ...

Dive into the enchanting world of Oz where chaos reigns as Princess Ozma has vanished without a trace! The entire kingdom is in turmoil, and it’s up to our brave heroes to embark on a thrilling quest filled with dangers and adventures in search of their beloved ruler. With four search parties dispatched across Ozs four countries, the tale unfolds primarily through the eyes of Dorothy and the Wizard as they face challenges in their quest. Meanwhile, the resourceful Cayke the Cookie Chef finds her cherished magic dishpan—essential for baking her famous cookies—has been stolen. Joined by ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Marvelous Land of Oz, where the adventures of the Scarecrow and Tin Woodman continue alongside the whimsical tales of the magnified Woggle-Bug, Jack Pumpkinhead, the Animated Saw-Horse, and the Gump. This delightful sequel to The Wizard of Oz invites listeners to experience a captivating journey filled with magic and wonder. (Summary by L. Frank Baum)

Step into the whimsical world of Oz with Little Wizard Stories of Oz, a delightful collection of six enchanting tales penned by L. Frank Baum in 1913. After concluding his previous Oz adventure, The Emerald City of Oz, Baum initially sought to explore new stories beyond the beloved land. However, his young fans had other ideas, urging him to return to the magic of Oz. In response, he crafted these charming stories aimed at younger readers, reminiscent of todays Little Golden Books. Each tale follows the humorous escapades of beloved Oz characters as they navigate the enchanting landscape of Oz...

Dive into the enchanting tale of Life and Adventures of Santa Claus, a delightful childrens short story that chronicles the journey from Santas youth to his old age, revealing how he became the beloved immortal figure we know today. Join us on this magical adventure! (Introduction by jedopi)

Join Betsy Bobbin as she embarks on a whirlwind of extraordinary adventures and meets fascinating characters in the enchanting land of Oz. Meanwhile, the ambitious Queen Ann of Oogaboo plots her daring mission to seize control of this magical realm. (Summary by Ryan T.)

Princess Ozma and Dorothy travel to an obscure corner of the Land of Oz to prevent a war between two local powers, the Skeezers and the Flatheads. The leaders of the two tribes prove obstinate, and they are determined to fight in spite of Ozma and Dorothy.

At the top of Mount Munch lives a group of people known as the Hyups. One of their numbers, a Munchkin named Bini Aru, discovered a method of transforming people and objects by merely saying the word "Pyrzqxgl". After Princess Ozma decreed that no one could practice magic in Oz except for Glinda the Good Witch and the Wizard of Oz, Bini wrote down the directions for pronouncing "Pyrzqxgl" and hid them in his magical laboratory.

The Lost Princess of Oz is the eleventh book in the Oz series written by L. Frank Baum. Published on June 5, 1917, it begins with the disappearance of Princess Ozma, the ruler of Oz and covers Dorothy and the Wizard's efforts to find her. Dorothy has risen from bed for the day and is seeing to her friends in the Emerald City and notices that Ozma has not awakened yet.

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Little Bun Rabbit is the twenty-second and final tale in L. Frank Baum's 1897 collection Mother Goose in Prose. Dorothy is a farm girl who is allowed to roam the local meadows and woods and play to her heart's content. She has the rare ability to understand and speak the language of the animals. The kind-hearted child makes friends with Bun Rabbit, and learns about his life and experiences. Bun Rabbit once modeled for Santa Claus, so that Santa could make stuffed bunnies for "the babies" to play with.