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“The Wizard of Oz” is a classic children’s novel written by American author L. Frank Baum. It was first published in 1900 and has since become one of the most well-known and beloved stories in literature. The book is the first in a series of 14 novels written by Baum, with additional books exploring the adventures of Dorothy and her friends in the Land of Oz.
The story follows the adventures of a young girl named Dorothy Gale, who is swept away from her home in Kansas by a cyclone and transported to the magical Land of Oz. In her quest to return home, Dorothy embarks on a journey along the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City, where she hopes to find the powerful Wizard of Oz who can help her. Along the way, she befriends a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodman, and a Cowardly Lion, each of whom seeks something from the Wizard as well.
“The Wizard of Oz” is notable for its whimsical and imaginative storytelling, as well as its memorable characters. The novel has been adapted into numerous stage and film adaptations, most famously the 1939 film adaptation starring Judy Garland as Dorothy. The story’s themes of friendship, courage, and the importance of self-discovery have resonated with generations of readers and viewers
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