The Arrival of the Wizard by L. Frank Baum
A young boy from a small farm discovers he has magical powers and sets out on a journey to the Emerald City with a dog and a horse. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and creatures, including flying monkeys and a witch who tries to kill them. The boy's journey is motivated by his desire to meet the Wizard of Oz, who he believes can help him return home after a tornado destroyed his house.
By L. Frank Baum · First published 1903 · Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Children's Literature · 3,118 words
First lines
The doorway of the glass palace was quite big enough for the horse and buggy to enter, so Zeb drove straight through it and the children found themselves in a lofty hall that was very beautiful. The people at once followed and formed a circle around the sides of the spacious room, leaving the horse and buggy and the man with the star to occupy the center of the hall.
"Come to us, oh, Gwig! " called the man, in a loud voice.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: L. Frank Baum
- Date: 1903 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Children's Literature, Comedy, Allegory
- Length: 3,118 words
- Structure: 1 section, 98 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The narrative features magical elements, fantastical creatures, and a whimsical setting, characteristic of the fantasy genre.
- Adventure — The characters embark on a journey filled with unexpected events and encounters, typical of adventure stories.
- Children's Literature — The story is aimed at a younger audience, with simple language and moral lessons, common in children's literature.
- Comedy — The interactions between characters, particularly the humorous exchanges and absurd situations, contribute to a comedic tone.
Tags
Fantasy · Adventure · Children's Literature · Classic Novel · American Literature · Magical Realism · Coming of Age · Friendship · Good vs Evil · Quest Narrative · Mythology · Symbolism
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- The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (1900)
- Tip Manufactures a Pumpkinhead (1906)
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- Tip Makes an Experiment in Magic (1903)
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