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When the professor decides to outline the ancestry of the eminent people of Oz, Scarecrow feels left out. He doesn't have a family tree - unless you count the bean pole on which he had been placed when the farmer put him in the cornfield! So he decides to seek out his roots . . . which leads him, Dorothy, and the Cowardly Lion on adventures they never dreamed, meeting new friends (and foes) along the way. (Introduction by TriciaG) Cast list: Narrator: KHand Scarecrow: Chuck Williamson Dorothy: Victoria P Cowardly Lion: Woolly Bee Sir Hokus: Peter Parshall Drummer/Happy Toko, Big Fix : Todd ...

The wonderful but quirky Wizard of Oz has invented a plane to go strato-sphering. Zooming among the clouds and shooting stars above OZ certainly produces a host of strange adventures. This last book about OZ by Ruth Thompson includes many well known characters of that fairy land like the Wizard, Dorothy, The Tin Man, and The Cowardly Lion but has some that have been a bit overlooked before like Jellia Jam, Ozma's chief maid-in-waiting and The Soldier With Green Whiskers. A high flying tale with danger and excitement! But don't worry, everyone will come through in the end just fine. - I promise.

Join Mustafa of Mudge on his adventurous quest to capture the legendary Cowardly Lion of Oz and confine him to a zoo! With the help of his quirky accomplices, Bob Up and the crafty clown Notta Bit More, who specializes in disguise, they set out on a whimsical journey. Meanwhile, the Cowardly Lion roams through the fantastical land of Oz, where he encounters a mysterious stone man who offers him an unusual proposition to become a stone lion, free from fear. But is this truly the answer to his search for courage, or is it a clever ruse with hidden motives? The Cowardly Lion of Oz, published in ...

This is a continuation of the Oz series of stories created by L Frank Baum, who the author describes as the "royal Historian of Oz". Ruggedo, the old Gnome King, has escaped from Runaway Island. The Patchwork Girl has disappeared from the Capital. Will Ruggedo succeed in capturing Oz? Where is Scraps? How will the adventure end?

Magic wishing emeralds mysteriously arrive in the little kingdom of Skampavia. King Skamperoo immediately confiscates them and wishes to become the Emperor of Oz, with his magic horse Chalk as his advisor. All the residents of Oz are enchanted to forget Ozma and their own rulers, except for Dorothy and Pigasus the flying pig. Can Dorothy and Pigasus break the enchantment and rescue Princess Ozma? Will they forge an unlikely alliance with the Gnome King?

"Of course, we all knew the Scarecrow was a very fine fellow, but surely we never guessed he ascended from an emperor. Most of us descend from our ancestors, but the Scarecrow really ASCENDED. The Scarecrow had a most exciting and adventurous time on the Silver Isle and Dorothy and the Cowardly Lion just ran out of one adventure into another trying to rescue him. They made some charming new friends in their travels—Sir Hokus of Pokes, the Doubtful Dromedary, and the Comfortable Camel. You'll find them very unusual and likable.

Another Oz book! Yes! Lots of unlikely characters and tons of fun. In this story, young King Randy of Regalia is visited by his old friend, Kabumpo, the Elegant Elephant of Pumperdink. Together, they set out to visit their friend Jinnicky the Red Jinn in the Land of Ev.. On the way, they meet Planetty, the silver Princess from Anuther Planet, and her fire-breathing colt, Thun. When they reach Jinnicky's palace, they find that Jinnicky has been deposed and enchanted by an untrustworthy slave.

On many a day had Handy, the Goat Girl of Mern, pursued her goats up and down the rocky eminences of her native mountain. And never—NEVER—in her fourteen or so years' experience had she been blown up by a mountain spring. But there comes, in every one's experience a day which is unlike every other day, and so it was with the Goat Girl. As she was pursuing What-a-butter, her favorite goat, there was a sudden crash, a whish, and up flew the slab of rock on which she was standing, up and away. The adventures into which she was carried by this simple though awefull beginning take a whole book to relate.

Return to the wonderful world of Oz, in which King Fumbo of Ragbad loses his head in a storm and Prince Tatters, accompanied by the wise and wonderful old soldier Grampa, sets off to find the king's head, a fortune, and a princess. With Bill, a live iron weathercock, they visit a Wizard's Garden and discover Urtha, a lovely girl made all of flowers -- and proceed to fall, swim, explode, sail, and fly above and below Oz and Ev. Grampa and Co. eventually meet Dorothy herself, traveling with a Forgetful Poet in search of the missing princess of Perhaps City who has been condemned to marry a monster.

A voyage on the famous Nonestic Ocean! What could be more thrilling than that? We—many of us—have taken trips on the prosaic Atlantic or even Pacific, but have we found a SEA FOREST with flying fish and swimming birds? Have we been pursued by a real SEA SERPENT, or had our ship transfixed by the immense ivory tusk of a NARWHAL? Have we come upon the glittering island of PEAKENSPIRE, or made friends with a charming talking hippopotamus? Yet all these things and more befall Captain Salt, one time Pirate and now Royal Explorer of Oz, and his merry crew.

In the story, the Cowardly Lion believes that he has depleted the reserve of courage imbued in him by the Wizard (as told in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz). Someone soon misdirects the Lion into thinking that he can only replenish his courage by eating a courageous man. Since the Lion dislikes the notion of harming anyone, he resolves to do the deed as quickly as possible, and so embarks on his quest. Unbeknownst to the Lion, he is being hunted by two would-be hunters: a circus clown named Notta Bit More, and an orphaned boy named Bobby Downs, whom Notta calls Bob Up.

Dear children: Do you like Elephants? Do you believe in Giants? And do you love all the jolly people of the Wonderful Land of Oz? Well then you'll want to hear about the latest happenings in that delightful Kingdom. All are set forth in true Oz fashion in "Kabumpo in Oz," the sixteenth Oz book. Kabumpo is an Elegant Elephant. He is very old and wise, and has a kindly heart, as have all the Oz folks. In the new book you'll meet Prince Pompa, and Peg Amy, a charming Wooden Doll. There are new countries, strange adventures and the most surprising Box of Magic you have ever heard of.

Princess Ozma has ruled so wisely and happily in the wonderful Land of Oz for so long that most of us have forgotten the strange story of the Lost King of Oz—Ozma's father. As everyone in Oz knows, the King was transformed from his royal self by Mombi, the wicked old Gilliken witch, and lost his throne and his crown when he, himself, was lost. In this new Oz book the Royal Historian tells how Snip, the little buttonboy, and Pajuka, the great white goose.

Three magical stories from three American authors, weaving magic creating true American Fairy Tales. In “The Princess Who Could Not Dance”, a Princess learns to let go and let nature teach her how to dance. In “Rosy’s Journey”, a young girl embarks on a long journey to find her father. In “The Golden Windows”, a boy learns what true riches he has in his life.

Join Young King Randy of Regalia as he embarks on an enchanting adventure with his old friend, Kabumpo, the Elegant Elephant of Pumperdink. Their journey leads them to the Land of Ev, where they hope to visit their friend Jinnicky the Red Jinn. Along the way, they encounter Planetty, a silver Princess from Anuther Planet, and her fiery thunder colt. However, upon arriving at Jinnickys palace, they discover that he has been deposed and enchanted by a treacherous slave! Can Randy and Kabumpo muster the courage to confront Gludwig and restore peace and justice to Ev? The Silver Princess in Oz (...

Dive into another enchanting tale from Oz! Join young King Randy of Regalia as he reunites with his old friend, Kabumpo, the Elegant Elephant of Pumperdink. Their journey takes them to the Land of Ev to visit Jinnicky the Red Jinn, but their adventure quickly becomes more thrilling when they encounter Planetty, the silver Princess from Anuther Planet, and her fire-breathing colt, Thun. Upon reaching Jinnickys palace, they discover a shocking twist Jinnicky has been deposed and ensnared by a treacherous slave. Get ready for a whimsical ride filled with unlikely characters and endless fun! - ...

Step into a world of wonder where the Scarecrow reveals his royal lineage as an emperor! In this enchanting tale, Dorothy and the Cowardly Lion embark on a thrilling quest across the Silver Isle to rescue their friend. Along the way, they encounter a cast of delightful characters, including Sir Hokus of Pokes, the Doubtful Dromedary, and the Comfortable Camel. Each character brings their own unique charm and whimsical spirit, embodying the quirky nature we adore in the extraordinary land of Oz. This captivating story, inspired by Frank Baums notes after his passing, promises to whisk you away ...

In Hungry Tiger of Oz, the titular character is faced with an insatiable dilemma—hes been given the chance to devour a multitude of people! Will his moral compass prevail, or will his growling stomach lead him down a dark path? In the kingdom of Rash, the wicked king has imprisoned countless innocent citizens due to a lack of space, and his devious adviser sees an opportunity to exploit the Hungry Tigers appetite. Unbeknownst to him, the so-called criminals are actually innocent souls. Join us as we encounter The Vegetable Man and a host of vibrant characters in this thrilling tale from Oz ...

Dear children Do you love Elephants? Do you believe in Giants? And are you enchanted by the jolly inhabitants of the Wonderful Land of Oz? If so, youre in for a treat with Kabumpo in Oz, the sixteenth enchanting tale from the beloved Oz series. Meet Kabumpo, the Elegant Elephant, whose wisdom and kind heart shine through every adventure. Join Prince Pompa and the delightful Peg Amy, a charming Wooden Doll, as they explore new countries and embark on strange escapades, all wrapped up in true Oz fashion. Watch out for Ruggedo, the wicked old Gnome King, and his mischievous plans involving a most...

Join the whimsical Wizard of Oz as he pilots an extraordinary plane on an adventure that takes him strato-sphering through the clouds and among dazzling shooting stars! This delightful tale, the final installment by Ruth Thompson, features beloved characters like the Wizard, Dorothy, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion, while also shining a light on some lesser-known figures such as Jellia Jam, Ozmas chief maid-in-waiting, and The Soldier With Green Whiskers. Get ready for a high-flying journey filled with danger, excitement, and a promise that all will end well! Summary by Phil Chenevert.