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BEFORE HE TOOK THE WORLD TO OZ, HE TOOK THEM TO THE BRINK OF REVOLUTION. In 1905, L. Frank Baum—writing under the sophisticated pseudonym Schuyler Staunton—penned a hidden political masterpiece. Moving far beyond the whimsical borders of Oz, The Fate of a Crown is a pulse-pounding historical thriller of espionage, romance, and betrayal set against the lush, lethal backdrop of 19th-century Brazil.

Get ready for a magical journey filled with adventure alongside Dorothy and her dog, Toto! One day, a powerful tornado sweeps up their house and carries them to an incredible place called Oz. In this fantastical world, Dorothy longs to return home, but to do so, she must find the great Wizard of Oz, who lives in the Emerald City.

Swept away by a fierce cyclone from Kansas to the magical Land of Oz, little Dorothy and her dog Toto embark on an unforgettable journey down the yellow brick road. Her only desire is to return home. On her way to the dazzling Emerald City to seek the help of the mysterious Great Wizard, she makes endearing friends: a brainless Scarecrow, a heartless Tin Woodman, and a Cowardly Lion. Together they will face wicked witches, fantastic creatures, and great dangers, discovering that bravery, love, and wisdom were always within them.

In a whimsical tale of magic and mischief, an evil Arabian sorcerer entrusts a golden flask filled with the Great Elixir—a potion that grants extraordinary health, strength, and longevity—to a colorblind bakers wife, hoping to keep it from falling into sinister hands. However, chaos ensues when she accidentally mixes the Elixir with her rheumatism medicine, leading to a hilarious mix-up that results in a batch of enchanted gingerbread. From this dough emerges John Dough, a six-foot novelty gingerbread man who springs to life and makes a daring escape, reminiscent of a classic nursery rhyme...

This collection features all 14 original Oz books written by L. Frank Baum. You will catch up with old friends and meet new ones throughout the entire land of Oz and beyond. With a consistent cast throughout, this collection will delight and excite all ages!

Esta adaptación del clásico de L. Frank Baum te lleva junto a Dorothy, una niña valiente que, arrastrada por un torbellino, aterriza en la misteriosa tierra de Oz. Allí, conoce al Espantapájaros que sueña con tener un cerebro, al Hombre de Hojalata que desea un corazón, y al León Cobarde que busca el valor. Juntos, enfrentarán desafíos emocionantes y descubrirán que la verdadera magia ya vive dentro de ellos.

In the introduction of L. Frank Baum’s most enduring tale, the author writes that The Wonderful Wizard of Oz was “... a modernized fairy tale in which the wonderment and joy are retained and the heartaches and nightmares are left out” (Baum, 1900). More than a century later, Baum’s story (with the help of the enchanting 1939 Hollywood movie) still resonates in the hearts of “today’s children”—and in those of the older ones too! (Summary by Val Roth)

A charming collection of whimsical children's favorites narrated with wit, warmth, and wonder. Featuring the mischievous story of "Jack and the Beanstalk", the tongue-twisting "Henny Penny", the lethargic "Lazy Jack", and the scrambled "Humpty Dumpty".

Imagine a world where a twister can whisk you away to a land of sparkling cities, talking creatures, and magical adventures! "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" by L. Frank Baum tells the timeless story of Dorothy, a brave young girl who finds herself far from home in the enchanting land of Oz. Along the way, she meets the clever Scarecrow, the kind-hearted Tin Woodman, and the timid Cowardly Lion, and together they journey toward the Emerald City to seek the help of the mysterious Wizard.

This engaging collection of seven classic children’s stories presented by Voices in the Wind Audio Theatre includes Alice In Wonderland, Alice Through the Looking Glass, Snow White, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, The Secret Garden, and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Each story is performed by a full cast of award-winning voice actors enhanced by sound effects and music. Timeless classics that are sure to entice the imagination of the very young and the young at heart! 

This odd little nursery rhyme is familiar to us all but have you ever wondered, like I have, about what Miss Muffet was thinking as she sat dreamily eating her curds and whey? And what are curds and whey, anyway? Her tuffet? Would that be a piece of furniture or a piece of her anatomy? And of course the large spider, what was she thinking?

The Scarecrow of Oz is the ninth book set in the Land of Oz written by L. Frank Baum. Published on July 16, 1915, it was Baum's personal favorite of the Oz books and tells of Cap'n Bill and Trot journeying to Oz and, with the help of the Scarecrow, overthrowing the cruel King Krewl of Jinxland. - Summary by Wikipedia

ISResilience is a study of a nation that has had to collectively and individually hang tough like no other country on earth. Imbued in Israel’s DNA is the understanding that survival isn’t optional - it’s a necessity. Any Israeli could have given testimony for this book. Israelis routinely carry on with their day-to-day lives not just when things are calm and peaceful but when rockets are launched at them, during official conflicts and wars and unofficial waves of gruesome terrorism. And they don’t just survive - they thrive.

Glinda the Good, the great sorceress of Oz takes the spotlight in this, the very last OZ book written by L. Frank Baum himself. Ozma hears of previously unknown parts of her kingdom having difficulties and at war with each other and knows it is her duty to go there and stop the hostilities. She and Dorothy find truly bad conditions in these areas of Flathead Mountain and the Skeezers Magic Island where the inhabitants are being mistreated. But through events that could only happen in Oz, they become trapped in a submerged island along with all the Skeezers. Glinda and all the well known ...

Most of us remember The Wizard of Oz as the film starring Judy Garland and Bert Lahr. But the film was based on an immensely popular early 20th century Oz series. In these novels, Oz is the utopian land beyond the rainbow where threats are turned back with valor and ingenuity. Their success is due to the way they induce children to look for the element of wonder in the world around them.

A charming collection of fairy tale favorites read with warmth, tenderness, and enthusiasm. Included is the much-loved story of "Beauty and the Beast", wherein a young woman proves that a kind heart overcomes all obstacles; Also, the touching story of "Faithful John" and his unwavering loyalty to his king; "The Goose Girl", where a young princess is betrayed by her lady-in-waiting; and the sweet story of "Little Bun Rabbit", where a shy little bunny is whisked away on a magical journey to the North Pole.

Le Magicien d'Oz, écrit en 1900 par L. Frank Baum, est un conte emblématique de la littérature américaine. Il est souvent perçu comme un ouvrage destiné à un public jeunesse, mais il regorge de symboles et de significations profondes. L'univers d'Oz est magnifiquement construit, avec des règles fantastiques qui viennent nourrir l’imaginaire des jeunes lecteurs, tout en offrant des moments de réflexion sur des thèmes plus sérieux. La structure narrative est simple et linéaire, ce qui rend l’histoire fluide et engageante.

Linda Marshall’s BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation of L. Frank Baum's children's classic, ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’. Originally broadcast as part of the BBC Christmas 2009 season. When a tornado strikes her farmhouse in Kansas, young Dorothy and her dog Toto are lifted to the magical...

I truly love this book, The Marvelous Land of Oz, by Lyman Frank Baum. It brings up so many memories of childhood when I read it for the first time. Through my life, I have heard this book referenced many times due to its popularity and significance. I hope this book continues to impact the lives of others the way it has impacted mine.

Dorothy thinks she is lost forever when a terrifying tornado crashes through Kansas and whisks her and her dog, Toto, far away to the magical Land of Oz. To get home Dorothy must follow the yellow brick road to Emerald City and find the wonderfully mysterious Wizard of Oz. Together with her companions the Tin Woodman, the Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion whom she meets on the way, Dorothy embarks on a strange and enchanting adventure.