Princess Ozma, the benevolent ruler of the Emerald City, vanishes without a trace along with the kingdom’s most potent magical artifacts. Glinda the Good discovers her Great Book of Records is missing, and the Wizard of Oz finds his black bag of magic tools has been stolen. Dorothy Gale joins a search party that travels into the unexplored wilderness of the Winkie Country. They encounter Ugu the Shoemaker, a villainous sorcerer who has secluded himself in a wicker castle to hoard the land’s stolen magic.
Children and fans of early American fantasy read this novel to see how a diverse cast of characters—including a clockwork man, a patchwork girl, and a cowardly lion—collaborate to solve a mystery. Readers gain a better understanding of the geography of Oz beyond the famous yellow brick road. The story provides a sense of wonder through technical oddities like the Truth Pond and the Frogman. It appeals to those who enjoy episodic adventures where logic and whimsy are used to overcome mechanical and magical obstacles.
Practical, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 1917
- Language
- EN
