The Road to Oz

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The Road to Oz

by L. Frank (Lyman Frank) Baum

EN·~3 hours·34 chapters

Chapters

34 total
1

In which is related how Dorothy Gale of Kansas, The Shaggy Man, Button Bright, and Polychrome the Rainbow's Daughter met on an Enchanted Road and followed it all the way to the Marvelous Land of Oz.

0:12
2

by - L. Frank Baum - "Royal Historian of Oz"

0:42
3

To My Readers

1:50
4

1. The Way to Butterfield

13:44
5

2. Dorothy Meets Button-Bright

6:05
6

3. A Queer Village

11:14
7

4. King Dox

13:17
8

5. The Rainbow's Daughter

7:02
9

6. The City Of Beasts

3:22
10

"HAF A MYLE TO DUNKITON."

5:25

Description

Dorothy Gale finds herself on an unexpected journey when a curious shaggy traveler, a bright‑eyed boy named Button‑Bright, and the luminous Rainbow’s Daughter, Polychrome, join her on an enchanted road winding away from Kansas. Their friendship sparks a series of amusing mishaps—mistaken directions, apple‑filled pockets, and a mischievous pup named Toto that keeps slipping into the shaggy man’s coat. As they follow the twisting path, each step brings a new, whimsical encounter, from a quirky village bustling with odd customs to a playful showdown with the ever‑curious scoodlers.

The group soon reaches the borders of a marvelous land where talking beasts roam and magical transformations await. Along the way, the Shaggy Man discovers a surprising change in himself, while Dorothy’s quick wit and Polychrome’s radiant songs light the road ahead. Listeners will be drawn into a charming adventure that celebrates curiosity, friendship, and the joy of wandering down an extraordinary trail.

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Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (216K characters)

Release date

1996-04-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

L. Frank (Lyman Frank) Baum

L. Frank (Lyman Frank) Baum

1856–1919

Best known for creating the magical world of Oz, he helped shape American children's fantasy with stories full of wonder, humor, and unforgettable characters. His books were written to entertain rather than preach, which gave them a fresh feeling that still carries today.

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