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Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz

Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz is a fantasy novel written by L. Frank Baum and originally published in 1908. It is the fourth book in the Oz series and one of the most appreciated by fans of the saga.

For the third time, Dorothy is swept away to unknown lands due to a natural phenomenon. In this story, there is an earthquake in California. But luckily for Dorothy, this time she is not alone, but is accompanied by her cousin Zeb, a horse named Jim and the kitten Eureka.

The group falls after the earth cracks and end up trapped there. They are in the land of vegetables: glass buildings, vegetable people, the wooden gargoyles.... As creative as it is fun. However, these vegetable beings are suspicious of them, especially the animals, as they have never seen beings like them before.

Lost in the subsoil and with the distrust of the locals... How will the group be able to return home?

"The train from 'Frisco was very late. It should have arrived at Hugson's Siding at midnight, but it was already five o'clock and the gray dawn was breaking in the east when the little train slowly rumbled up to the open shed that served for the station-house."

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Children's literature Fantasy Adventure Friendship Courage Magic

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Pages
127
Reading time
3 hours 31 minutes
Pace
Intermediate
First published
1908
Language
English
Downloads
4,171

118 years later, still timely

Why Read Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz in 2026?

A fall underground leads to clockwork friends and strange kingdoms. Fast, funny, and curious.

Today's connection

Baum’s knack for consequence keeps wonder grounded. Companionship, resourcefulness, and gentle satire make this a cheerful, clever read for families and solo adventurers.

Clockwork charm

Machines with manners and heart.

Layered realms

Each land tests a different skill.

Kind courage

Fear yields to friendship and nerve.

Perfect for Children Fans of the Oz series Readers of fantasy and adventure stories

This book is part of:

The Oz books, #4

L. Frank Baum

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L. Frank Baum · 1856–1919

American fairy tale clarity; inventive worlds where courage and kindness feel practical.

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