audiobook

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

by L. Frank (Lyman Frank) Baum

EN·~24 minutes

Chapters

Description

A young girl named Dorothy lives a simple life on a Kansas farm, caring for her aunt and uncle and dreaming of adventure. One stormy afternoon a sudden cyclone whisks her house away, landing her in a bright, unfamiliar world where tiny Munchkins celebrate her arrival and a kind witch offers guidance. She learns that the only way back home is to seek the great wizard who dwells in a dazzling Emerald City, but first she must travel the famous Yellow Brick Road.

Joined by a wish‑fulfilling scarecrow, a heart‑yearning tin woodman, and a timid lion hoping for courage, Dorothy’s quest quickly turns into a series of whimsical encounters. From enchanted forests to fields of sleepy poppies, the group faces curious creatures and puzzling obstacles, each step drawing them closer to the mysterious city and the promise of answers. Their budding friendship and shared hopes make the journey as compelling as the destination.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~24 minutes (23K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

J. Hall, Librivox (www.librivox.org) and Joshua Hutchinson

Release date

2007-04-26

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, this American writer mixed fairy-tale wonder with humor, adventure, and a very modern sense of imagination. His stories have delighted children for generations and helped shape fantasy as we know it.

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