What could be better than a story about the unforgettable characters
from the land of Oz? Six stories, of course! Featuring everyone's
favorite friends--Dorothy, Toto, the Wizard, the Cowardly Lion, the
Scarecrow, and the Tin Woodman--these little tales contain the same Baum
magic, with a few special surprises not revealed in the other Oz
books.
Also included are adventures with Tiktok, the Clockwork Man; the always
ravenous Hungry Tiger; the amazing Jack Pumpkinhead; the incredible
wooden Sawhorse; and the magical princess Ozma of Oz.
Discover how Dorothy and Toto escape from under the power of the
terrible giant, Crinklink, join wise Princess Ozma and the Wizard as
they match wits with three mischievous Imps; follow the adventures of
Jack Pumpkinhead and the Sawhorse as they brave a great, gloomy forest
to save two lost children. Whether or not you have visited the enchanted
land of Oz before, you will delight in these and three other fanciful
and exciting tales.
For over ninety years L. Rank Baum's fairyland has stirred the
imaginations of readers of all ages. Now, in this lavishly produced
edition featuring all forty-five of John R. Neill's striking full-color
illustrations, young readers and listeners will enjoy six little Oz
adventures about the beloved folk who make Oz so fascinating and
enduring.
Afterword by Peter Glassman. This deluxe collection of six short stories
was written especially for beginning readers and features forty-five
glowing full-color plates. Everyone will enjoy these irresistible
adventures about the beloved characters who make the land of Oz so
delightful and enduring. A Books of Wonder Classic.
