In 'The Magical Mimics in Oz' by Jack Snow, readers are introduced to a whimsical and enchanting tale set in the fantastical world of Oz. Snow's literary style seamlessly blends fantasy elements with a captivating narrative that will appeal to both children and adults. The book is a continuation of L. Frank Baum's original Oz series, staying true to the charm and wonder of the beloved universe while adding its own unique twist with the introduction of magical mimics, beings who can perfectly replicate anything or anyone. Snow's descriptive writing transports readers to a world filled with magic, adventure, and unforgettable characters. Jack Snow, a devoted fan of L. Frank Baum's Oz series, was inspired to continue the legacy of the beloved stories with 'The Magical Mimics in Oz.' His deep knowledge of the original series shines through in his faithful depiction of the magical land of Oz and its inhabitants. Snow's passion for the source material is evident in his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the essence of Baum's creation. Recommended for fans of the original Oz series and anyone looking for a delightful and imaginative adventure, 'The Magical Mimics in Oz' is a must-read for those who enjoy immersive fantasy worlds and enchanting storytelling.

With Ozma and Glinda gone, will anyone notice that Dorothy and the Wizard haven't quite been themselves? And can Ozma's cousin Ozana and the real Dorothy get to the Emerald city before it is completely overthrown by legions of shape-shifting body-snatchers? Then accompany Tote, a wooden outcast from Ozana's picture-perfect village of Pineville, as he and Whitefinger the ex-woodcutter struggle to understand what the only flower ever to be banned from the Story Blossom Garden may or may not be trying to tell them in Nicolai's 2012 illustrated novella, Tote's Blemished Blossom. This book contains the original, seventy page, fully illustrated, novella Tote's Blemished Blossom, written by Adam Nicolai and illustrated by Ardian Hoda. The large 6in by 9in format print version, and all the ebook versions, are complete with every drawing from the original publication remastered and presented in crisp high-resolution.

The Magical Mimics in Oz by Jack Snow Excerpt r strange habit of constantly changing their shapes. They shifted restlessly from one form to another. Since they were creatures of evil, the shapes they assumed were all forms of the blackest evil and dread. Even as Queen Lurline watched, fascinated by the strange spectacle, the Mimics shifted and changed and flitted from one loathsome shape to another. A monster bird with leathery wings and a horned head dropped to the ground, and in another second assumed the squat body of a huge toad with the head of a hyena, snarling with laughter. A crawling red lizard all of ten feet in length turned into a giant butterfly with black wings and the body of a serpent. A great, green bat with wicked talons alighted on a ledge not far from Queen Lurline and in an instant changed to a mammoth, hairy creature with the body of a huge ape and the head of an alligator. We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.

This is a new release of the original 1946 edition.

A classic in Baum's series of "Oz" adventures, filled with whimsical characters that quickly endear themselves to young readers. 114 black-and-white illustrations by John R. Neill.

"The Happiest Who's Who Ever Written" -Original advertising slogan for book in 1954. Who's Who in Oz is an illustrated index of nearly every character that ever appeared in the first 39 Oz books. Who's Who in Oz is Wonderful in its scope and reach; author, Jack Snow, did a remarkable job gathering these characters together and his descriptions or as he calls them " informal introductions to over six hundred and thirty Oz characters- people, animals, and creatures- with hints on the parts they play in the thirty-nine Oz books" show a foremost Oz scholar, and excellent writer himself, at work. Each character description also has a reference telling you the first page on which this character appeared, and in which Oz book. There are many black and white illustrations, by John R. Neill, Frank Kramer and "Dirk", that give us a delightful glimpse into the truly amazing, imaginative world of OZ.

Dorothy

This first of four brand-new stories based on L. Frank Baum's classic tales brings modern-day visitors to Oz. Em and Dori are descendants of Dorothy Gale and follow in her famous footsteps to the magical land of Oz and adventure. Illustrations.

Second Oz book; Scarecrow and Tin Woodman are back with hero named Tip. 120 black-and-white, 16 full-color illustrations.

In this second Special Edition of the New York Times bestselling Whatever After series, Abby and her friends enter the magical Land of Oz . . . with hilarious and empowering results! Follow the yellow brick road . . .I'm with my best friends Robin and Frankie (and my sometimes friend, Penny) when a TORNADO scoops us up and whisks us away. As soon as we land, I can tell we're not in Smithville anymore -- we've been transported into The Wonderful Wizard of Oz!We're excited to meet Dorothy and Toto . . . but the story isn't going as planned. The Wicked Witch of the East locks us in her dungeon, so we have no way of getting the magic slippers that will take Dorothy home. Plus, the Emerald City is under attack, and the Wizard himself may be in danger!Now we have to:- Befriend the Lion, the Tin Man, and the Scarecrow- Flee the flying monkeys- Learn to steer a hot-air balloon- Find the courage, heart, and smarts to save the day. . . or we'll never escape -- and everyone knows there's no place like home!This edition is extra-magical, featuring puzzles, games, and a note from the author.