- Paperback
- Publisher: Ballantine Books (September 1991)
- ISBN-10: 9991242341
- ISBN-13: 978-9991242347
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
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Book Description
This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading experience. We believe this work is culturally important and have elected to bring the book back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.
--This text refers to an alternate
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About the Author
Lyman Frank Baum (1856-1919) was born in Chittenango, New York. After trying many different professions, he turned to writing for children at the age of 40. The Wizard of Oz is the first and most popular of his fourteen Oz novels.
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Dec 6 2006
Format:CD-ROM
First of all, I am Alan LaFleur, not Julie (my wife. Her name is on the account), and secondly, I am the voice for this book. Having been an Oz fan since childhood, I was exceptionally blessed to have been asked to do the recording of "The Scarecrow of Oz". While I agree with one of the other reviewers that the title is practically a misnomer, and the plot is similar to others in the series, I feel that this book offers some surprising plot elements, a great range of new characters, and most importantly another chance for "outsiders" to feel that the "door" closed in "The Emerald City of Oz" doesn't keep everyone out all of the time. For the devoted fans, I can't think of a better book of the hope that we all secretly keep: that someday we might be as lucky as Trot and Cap'n Bill. I still re-read the books (and am currently reading "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" to my fifth graders), have loved sharing them with my own children, and am proud to have been a part of assuring that future generations have the opportunity to leave the troubles of the day behind, travel with an Ork, and discover the endless wonders created by Mr. Baum.
A "Scarecrow" book light on the "Scarecrow"
Nov 26 2003
Format:Mass Market Paperback
In the pantheon of L. Frank Baum's brillian Oz series, I'm afraid I've got to mark this book down as just a so-so entry. It probably would have appealed to me more were it not for the grossly misleading title, "The Scarecrow of Oz." The titular character doesn't appear until about page 150 of a 260-page book, for starters, and while he certainly plays an important part in the events that follow, the book is not really about him at all. Instead it's the story of Trot and Cap'n Bill, two of Baum's non-Oz characters, being swept away to the land of Oz for the first time. For much of the book the story follows the formula of the most lackluster Oz books -- characters get lost in a magical fairy land and meet lots of strange and interesting creatures -- but it picks up when they enter Jinxland and are forced to face down King Krewl.
The plus for this book would be that I'm now more inclined to go back and read the two Trot and Cap'n Bill books that preceded this one. I do admire the way Baum laced his various characters together into a cohesive universe of his own, even if he was practically forced to by the demands of his young readers. I just wish he'd found a way to express what this book was really about a little better.
A treasure for any Oz reader
May 18 2002
In this delightful story, a young girl named Trot and her long-time friend, the one-legged sailor Cap'n Bill, are drawn into an adventure that takes them to the magical land of Oz. Readers who are familiar with the works of L. Frank Baum will recognize these two characters from two previous novels that are set outside of Oz, The Sea Fairies and Sky Island. While it is not necessary to have read these two works prior to reading this book, the three novels taken together outline the close relationship of this optimistic and courageous young girl and her pragmatic companion, the worldly retired sailor who lost his leg at sea.
The plot is familiar to readers of other Oz books. Mortals from the outside world get hopelessly lost, but retaining their determination and good will, they move forward until they find themselves in the fairy land of Oz. All along the way Trot and Cap'n Bill meet fantastic beings and explore strange countries which the author creates with a joy and imagination that seem boundless. On this trip they meet and become fast friends with a strange flying creature called the Ork, who, although featherless, is equipped with a propeller as well as four wings. Together the three of them continue on to the Land of Mo where they inexplicably come across another beloved Baum character, Button-Bright, a boy who is unflappable and prone to getting lost. These four next find themselves in a remote and inaccessible corner of the land of Oz called Jinxland. Here they fall victim to the cruel plots of King Krewl and the magic spells of the witch Blinkie. Discovering their plight, the Scarecrow of Oz decides to go to their rescue. But what can a man of straw do to fight a corrupt king and an evil witch? Find out for yourself and enjoy every minute of it by reading this wonderful book.
The Books of Wonder edition has recreated the original first edition with all its twelve color plates, over 100 black and white illustrations, and a full color dust jacket by John R. Neill. It also includes a three page essay by Peter Glassman that discusses this work as it fits into the writings of the author, L. Frank Baum. This is a must-read for Oz aficionados and a joy to anyone interested in children's fiction.
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an excellent masterpiece!
"The Scarecrow of Oz" is a great book to have on your bookshelf with the rest of the Oz books in the series. Read more
Published on Oct 25 2001 by cathy-ann m.
This book is one of the best OZ books out of them all.....
I really enjoyed reading this book I couldn't put it down. This book is a classic I LOVED it it really feels like I am having adverntures right along with the characters.
Published on Jun 26 2000
This book is one of the best OZ books out of them all.....
I really enjoyed reading this book I couldn't put it down. This book is a classic I LOVED it it really feels like I am having adverntures right along with the characters.
Published on Jun 26 2000
Great reproduction of the original
All the Books of Wonder Oz books are fantastic recreations of the originals with all their color plates and cover art. Even the typeface and page counts are the same. Read more
Published on Mar 24 1998 by Scott Love
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