L. Frank Baum's ninth book, The Scarecrow of Oz, is set in the Land of Oz. The story starts with Cap'n Bill who is a sea captain with a wooden peg leg, and a little child named Trot. They set off from California for a little journey on a quiet day, in their rowboat. They are shortly joined by an Ork, a winged creature. Then, they meet the Bumpy Man, a purveyor of sugar and molasses. Later in the story, they reach a place named Jinxland which is cut off from the rest of the Oz by a range of high mountains. The story turns when Cap'n Bill is turned into a grasshopper by Blinkie who is a witch.…mehr
L. Frank Baum's ninth book, The Scarecrow of Oz, is set in the Land of Oz. The story starts with Cap'n Bill who is a sea captain with a wooden peg leg, and a little child named Trot. They set off from California for a little journey on a quiet day, in their rowboat. They are shortly joined by an Ork, a winged creature. Then, they meet the Bumpy Man, a purveyor of sugar and molasses. Later in the story, they reach a place named Jinxland which is cut off from the rest of the Oz by a range of high mountains. The story turns when Cap'n Bill is turned into a grasshopper by Blinkie who is a witch. They get into a series of problems, now how will they overcome their situation? The story takes lots of twists and turns which is beautifully penned by L. Frank Baum. The characters of the story make the book interesting to read.Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
Lyman Frank Baum (1856-1919) was an American author best known for The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and its subsequent series of books. Born in Chittenango, New York, Baum explored various careers in theater, retail, and journalism before achieving success as a writer. His breakthrough came in 1900 with the publication of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, a book that became one of the most iconic works of American children's literature. The novel introduced the magical land of Oz and characters such as Dorothy, the Tin Man, and the Scarecrow, establishing Baum as a key figure in fantasy literature.Baum was a prolific writer, producing over 50 books across different genres, but the Oz series, consisting of 14 novels, remains his most influential work. His writing was deeply shaped by his love of fantasy and desire to offer children a world of imagination and adventure. Many of his stories included progressive themes, such as gender equality, with strong, central female characters. His work celebrated creativity, optimism, and the power of imagination, making a lasting impact on young readers.In addition to his literary career, Baum was active in political causes, particularly advocating for women's suffrage and social reforms. He also ventured into the film industry, working as a screenwriter and producer. Baum's Oz series has been adapted into numerous films, television shows, and stage productions, solidifying his legacy as a central figure in American fantasy literature and popular culture.
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