
In the quiet valley of Oogaboo, the proud but reluctant Queen Ann Soforth finds herself thrust into leadership after her father vanishes. Determined to prove herself, she must rally a rag‑tag army of villagers while confronting the everyday chores she deems beneath her rank. Enter Tik‑Tok, the faithful clockwork man, whose steady gears and clever inventions become the key to tackling the kingdom’s first real crisis.
Meanwhile, the spirited Betsy Bobbin sets out on her own daring trek toward the famed Emerald City. Along the way she encounters familiar faces from Oz and a host of new, whimsical characters, each adding a splash of magic and mystery to her journey. Together, Ann’s quest to restore order in Oogaboo and Betsy’s adventure toward Oz promise a lively blend of humor, heart, and the timeless wonder that has made the Land of Oz a beloved playground for imaginations of all ages.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (265K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Anthony Matonac and Paul Selkirk.
Release date
1997-06-01
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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