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Ozma of Oz, Classics To Go

Ozma of Oz is the third book in L. Frank Baum's "Oz" series, and it continues the adventures of Dorothy Gale in the magical land of Oz. In this story, Dorothy is sailing to Australia with her Uncle Henry when they are caught in a storm and Dorothy is thrown overboard. She washes up on the shore of the Land of Ev, where she meets a new friend, Billina, a talking hen. Together, they set out to explore this strange new land. Dorothy soon learns that the Land of Ev is ruled by the evil Nome King, who has imprisoned the royal family of Ev and is planning to conquer the Land of Oz. With the help of new friends, such as the mechanical man Tik-Tok and the cowardly lion, Dorothy sets out to rescue the royal family and save Oz from the Nome King's clutches. The journey is full of danger, including encounters with ferocious monsters and treacherous villains. But with her courage and determination, Dorothy perseveres and ultimately triumphs over the Nome King. "Ozma of Oz" is a beloved classic of children's literature, full of whimsy, adventure, and heart. Baum's imaginative descriptions of the Land of Ev and the Land of Oz, as well as the characters who inhabit them, continue to captivate readers of all ages.

L. Frank Baum

L. Frank Baum (1856-1919) was an American author best known for his children's book "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," which has become a classic of American literature and inspired numerous adaptations in film, theater, and other media. Baum was born in New York state and grew up in a family that was involved in the theater. He worked as a salesman and newspaper editor before turning to writing, and published his first book, "Mother Goose in Prose," in 1897. Baum went on to write over 50 books, many of them for children. His Oz series of books, which began with "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" in 1900, are his most famous works. The Oz books are known for their fantastical characters and settings, as well as their underlying themes of friendship, loyalty, and self-discovery. Baum continued to write Oz books until his death in 1919, and the series was later continued by other writers. Baum was also involved in various other endeavors during his life. He owned a theater company and was involved in early film production, and he also worked as a storekeeper, chicken farmer, and oil company executive at various points in his life. He was a supporter of women's rights and was involved in the suffrage movement, and he also wrote several non-fiction books on topics such as window display and stamp collecting. Baum passed away in 1919 at the age of 62. Despite his success as a writer, he struggled financially at times during his life, and his contributions to literature were not fully appreciated until after his death. However, his legacy lives on through his beloved Oz books, which continue to enchant readers of all ages.

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