The Royal Book of Oz by Ruth Plumly Thompson and L. Frank Baum
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After all his adventures, the Scarecrow of Oz starts feeling a bit... rootless. He decides he must have a family somewhere, and surely they're royalty! This kicks off a quest that takes him, Dorothy, and the Cowardly Lion far beyond the familiar Yellow Brick Road. They plunge into strange new territories like the curious Fox Kingdom and the unsettling Soap Island, where they have to outwit a slippery, boastful king who wants to clean up the world—literally.
The Story
The book splits into two main journeys. The first follows the Scarecrow's group as they search for his 'ancestral' home. The second, and just as fun, part catches up with Professor Woggle-Bug, who gets lost in a land of living silverware and has to find his way back. The two stories weave together in classic Oz fashion, full of narrow escapes, ridiculous puns, and the warm feeling that friends will always find each other.
Why You Should Read It
Ruth Plumly Thompson does an amazing job picking up where L. Frank Baum left off. She keeps all the charm and wonder but adds her own brand of clever humor and even weirder characters. The heart of the story is still the same: it's about finding where you belong. Whether it's the Scarecrow looking for a past or the Professor finding his way home, it's a reminder that family isn't always about blood—it's about who sticks with you through talking cutlery and soapy disasters.
Final Verdict
This is a must-read for any Oz fan who wondered what happened after the original series. It's also perfect for anyone who loves a light, funny fantasy that doesn't take itself too seriously. If you enjoy stories where the adventure is wild, the friendships are strong, and the jokes are genuinely funny, you'll feel right at home in this corner of the Emerald City.
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Oliver Nguyen
2 months agoRecommended.
Andrew White
1 year agoThis is one of those stories where the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. Absolutely essential reading.
Kenneth Jones
3 months agoMy professor recommended this, and I see why.