Ozma of Oz

L. Frank Baum

2025年1月 · Namaskar Books

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"Ozma of Oz" by L. Frank Baum is the third novel in the beloved Oz series, transporting readers once again to the magical land of Oz. Published in 1907, this enchanting tale introduces new characters, adventures, and mysteries, while continuing the story of Dorothy Gale from "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz". In this installment, Dorothy, accompanied by her friend, the Shaggy Man, and new companions including the Hungry Tiger and the powerful, yet kind, Ozma of Oz herself, sets out on a journey to rescue the royal family of Ev and restore balance to the land.

The story begins with Dorothy being swept away in a storm and finding herself in the land of Ev, where she encounters the wicked Nome King and his attempt to take control over the Kingdom of Ev. Along with her new friends, including the daring Billina the yellow hen, Dorothy and Ozma must outwit the Nome King and save the royal family, including the beautiful Princess Langwidere, who has an interchangeable head, and the magical creatures inhabiting the land of Ev.

"Ozma of Oz" is a delightful adventure, filled with whimsical characters, moral lessons, and Baum’s signature blend of fantasy and humor. The story emphasizes themes of friendship, courage, and the importance of selflessness, as Dorothy and her friends work together to overcome obstacles and confront the forces of evil. Baum also continues to explore the concept of leadership, as Ozma’s wisdom and kindness serve as a model for the other characters in the story.

This book is an essential part of the Oz series and offers a fresh perspective on the land of Oz, revealing new facets of its magical world. It is a must-read for fans of fantasy literature, young readers, and anyone who enjoys tales of adventure, friendship, and personal growth. The vivid imagination and enduring charm of Baum’s writing make "Ozma of Oz" an unforgettable and timeless work that will continue to captivate readers of all ages.

關於作者

Best known as the author of the Wizard of Oz series, Lyman Frank Baum was born on May 15, 1856, in New York. When Baum was a young man, his father, who had made a fortune in oil, gave him several theaters in New York and Pennsylvania to manage. Eventually, Baum had his first taste of success as a writer when he staged The Maid of Arran, a melodrama he had written and scored. Married in 1882 to Maud Gage, whose mother was an influential suffragette, the two had four sons. Baum often entertained his children with nursery rhymes and in 1897 published a compilation titled Mother Goose in Prose, which was illustrated by Maxfield Parrish. The project was followed by three other picture books of rhymes, illustrated by William Wallace Denslow. The success of the nursery rhymes persuaded Baum to craft a novel out of one of the stories, which he titled The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Some critics have suggested that Baum modeled the character of the Wizard on himself. Other books for children followed the original Oz book, and Baum continued to produce the popular Oz books until his death in 1919. The series was so popular that after Baum's death and by special arrangement, Oz books continued to be written for the series by other authors. Glinda of Oz, the last Oz book that Baum wrote, was published in 1920.