The Marvelous Land of Oz
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A sequel to the “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz”, this 1904 book by L. Frank Baum delves once more into the Land of Oz after Dorothy’s return to Kansas in a story that follows the adventure of a boy named Tip. In “The Marvelous Land of Oz” the reader is introduced to Tip after he escapes the witch Mombi. Tip travels the lands of Oz with a group of friends and has numerous adventures, including encountering an army of wild women, escaping violent creatures such as the Jackdaws, seeking Glinda the Good, and ultimately meeting his destiny in the Emerald City. Baum infuses his land of fantasy with new characters while utilizing some of the familiar personalities of the first novel, creating an engaging and memorable cast and an entertaining plot that twists and turns when the reader least expects it. “The Marvelous Land of Oz” is a well-crafted novel that continues to entertain audiences over one hundred years after its first publication. This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper.
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L. Frank Baum (1856–1919) was an American storyteller best known for creating the magical Land of Oz. He worked in many creative fields—including theater, journalism, and retail—before turning to children’s books. His lively imagination and playful sense of wonder led him to write stories filled with unusual characters, adventure, and heart. Baum’s tales, especially The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, have delighted generations of readers and helped shape the world of modern fantasy for children.
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Book Details
- ISBN
- 9780688054397
- Publication Date
- August 15, 1985
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
- Original Publication Date
- January 1, 1904
- Page Count
- 288
- Word Count
- 41471
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Reading Age
- 8 - 14 years
- Est. Lexile® Level
- ~1121L
- Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
- ~Z
- ATOS® Book Level
- 8
- Accelerated Reader® Points
- 7
- Accelerated Reader Quiz
- 26654
- Accelerated Reader Interest Level
- MG
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