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Fantasy · WarmA Kansas girl is swept by a cyclone to a land of witches
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
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What it is about
Dorothy and her dog Toto are carried by a cyclone to the magical Land of Oz. She follows the yellow brick road to find the Wizard, joined by a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodman and a Cowardly Lion.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy fantasy with a fully imagined world, with a warm mood and a fast pace. It is an easy read.
Themes: Journey · Home · Friendship
Screen adaptation
The Wizard of Oz (1939)
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About the author
L. Frank Baum1 book on Tori BooksSimilar books
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