
A breezy coastal kingdom called Rinkitink borders the sparkling Nonestic Ocean, its streets and lighthouse perched on a rocky headland. Just a short boat ride away lies the emerald‑green island of Pingaree, a tiny realm of towering trees, grassy slopes and the world’s finest pearls harvested from the sea. The island’s marble palace and its pearl‑laden harbors set the stage for a tale of trade, tides, and the occasional splash of magic that drifts between water and land.
When a new boy hero arrives from Pingaree, he joins a familiar cast—Dorothy, the Patchwork Girl, and other brave companions—on a quest that carries them far beyond their watery homes. Their journey weaves through mysterious islands, encounters with northern warriors, and a grand invitation to Ozma’s banquet in the Emerald City. Along the way, friendship, cleverness, and a touch of royal mischief guide them toward adventures that feel both fresh and comfortably Ozian.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (267K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2008-05-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

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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