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The Magic of Oz

by L. Frank Baum · 1919

Fantasy · ranked #48 in category

A young citizen of Oz who learns an important magic word falls prey to the wickedness of the Nomes' ex-king who wants to destroy Dorothy, the Wizard, and Princess Ozma.

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The verdict

Category
Fantasy
First published
1919 · 1910s
Author
L. Frank Baum
Standing
Recommended

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