Oz in perspective : magic and myth in the L. Frank Baum books / Richard Tuerk.

"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 chil...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Tuerk, Richard Carl, 1941-
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., [2007], ©2007.
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Physical Description:xi, 229 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Format: Book

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