Book details
The Road To Oz
Description
The Road to Oz: In Which Is Related How Dorothy Gale of Kansas, The Shaggy Man, Button Bright, and Polychrome the Rainbow's Daughter Met on an Enchanted Road and Followed it All the Way to the Marvelous Land of Oz is the fifth book in the Land of Oz series and documents Dorothy's fourth visit to Oz. The story begins with Dorothy near her home in Kansas when she and Toto meet the Shaggy Man, a wandering hobo who carries the Love Magnet with him. Further on, the road splits into seven paths. They take the seventh and soon meet Button Bright, a boy in a sailor's outfit who is always getting lost. Later, the companions meet Polychrome the Rainbow's Daughter, a fairy who danced off the edge of the rainbow just as it disappeared. Lyman Frank Baum was an American author of children's books, best known for writing The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. He wrote thirteen novel sequels, nine other fantasy novels, and other works.
Age
9-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
110 pages
Book in series
#5
Why to read
- Experience a Classic Adventure: 'The Road to Oz' is the fifth book in the beloved Oz series by L. Frank Baum. Reading it allows you to embark on a classic and whimsical adventure with familiar characters like Dorothy and Toto, as well as meeting new and enchanting characters unique to this tale.
- Explore Themes of Friendship and Loyalty: Throughout the journey to the Emerald City, the characters demonstrate the importance of sticking together and helping one another. This book provides a heartwarming exploration of the bonds that form between friends, making it a valuable read for both children and adults.
- Stimulate Imagination: Baum's vivid and creative world of Oz is filled with fantastical creatures, bizarre landscapes, and magical occurrences. Reading 'The Road to Oz' stimulates the imagination and encourages readers to envision a world beyond the ordinary.
- Cultural Literacy: As part of the iconic Oz series, 'The Road to Oz' is a piece of American literary history. Reading it contributes to one's cultural literacy, providing insight into the early 20th century American literature and the fantasy genre that has influenced countless other works and adaptations.