
Doroteo lives on a modest Kansas farm where endless gray fields stretch to the horizon, and the house itself seems as colorless as the landscape. Her world is guarded by Uncle Henry, a stoic farmer, and Aunt Em, whose once‑bright eyes now mirror the dull sky, while a small black dog named Toto brings the only flicker of joy. Though the land is harsh, Doroteo’s imagination clings to the laughter that still echoes in the house, hinting at a longing for something brighter beyond the endless plains.
When a sudden cyclone whirls through the prairie, it sweeps Doroteo and Toto far from their familiar world and drops them into a vivid, unfamiliar realm. There, emerald cities, talking creatures, and a promise of a marvelous wizard beckon her toward adventure. The tale follows her first steps into this extraordinary land, where friendship and curiosity guide her toward the wonder that has always lingered just out of reach.
Language
eo
Duration
~3 hours (202K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Robert L. Read, James Gilmore, and Bruce Crisp
Release date
2010-02-22
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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