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Little Wizard Stories of Oz, Classics To Go

Little Wizard Stories of Oz is a collection of six short stories by L. Frank Baum, the author of the "Oz" series. The stories are set in the magical land of Oz and feature some of the familiar characters from the series, including the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and Princess Ozma. The first story, "The Cowardly Lion and the Hungry Tiger," follows the two friends as they search for food in the forest. They come across a field of giant pumpkins, but when they try to eat them, they discover that the pumpkins are actually homes for the gnomes of Oz. The second story, "Little Dorothy and Toto," sees Dorothy and her loyal dog Toto trying to find their way back to Kansas. They encounter a friendly butterfly named Flutterbudget, who helps them on their journey. In "Tik-Tok and the Nome King," the mechanical man Tik-Tok faces off against the evil Nome King, who has stolen all the emeralds in Oz. With the help of Princess Ozma, Tik-Tok is able to defeat the Nome King and restore the emeralds to their rightful owners. "The Scarecrow and the Tin Woodman" tells the story of the two friends as they try to rescue a group of fairies who have been captured by an evil witch. With their quick thinking and bravery, the Scarecrow and the Tin Woodman are able to outsmart the witch and free the fairies. In "Ozma and the Little Wizard," Princess Ozma and the Little Wizard set out on a quest to find the missing magic picture that hangs in the palace. They encounter many challenges along the way, but they are ultimately successful in their mission. The final story, "Jack Pumpkinhead and the Sawhorse," sees Jack Pumpkinhead and the Sawhorse trying to save the land of Oz from an invasion of giant bees. With the help of some quick thinking and teamwork, they are able to save the day. Overall, "Little Wizard Stories of Oz" is a charming collection of short tales that capture the whimsy and wonder of Baum's beloved Oz series. The stories are perfect for young readers or anyone who loves the magical world of Oz.

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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