Oz in Perspective: Magic and Myth in the L. Frank Baum Books

Oz in Perspective: Magic and Myth in the L. Frank Baum Books
ISBN-10
0786428996
ISBN-13
9780786428991
Category
Literary Criticism
Pages
241
Language
English
Published
2007-01-30
Publisher
McFarland
Author
Richard Tuerk

Description

"This study introduces readers to the great folklorist who created not only Dorothy and friends, but countless wonderful characters who still await discovery. The author discusses literary devices and important thematic implications in each book, arguing that Baum wrote for the pleasure of both children and adults, both to provide entertainment and to teach moral lessons"--Provided by publisher.

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