Background
Published in 1907, Ozma of Oz by L. Frank Baum is the third book in the Oz series and follows Dorothy Gale as she is swept overboard during a storm at sea and finds herself in the land of Ev. There, she meets a mechanical man named Tik-Tok and learns that the royal family of Ev has been imprisoned by the powerful Nome King. Dorothy reunites with her old friends from Oz, including the Scarecrow and the Tin Woodman, and joins forces with Princess Ozma, who has crossed the deadly desert with an army to help. Together, they confront the Nome King and navigate challenges of wit and courage in their attempt to free the captives and restore order to the kingdom of Ev.
My Thoughts
Again an interesting trip down children’s literature over a hundred years ago. Talking chickens, spiteful gnomes, and good old fashioned laziness. I also enjoyed Tik-Tok himself who may or may not be proud of his namesake today.
Recommendation
A quick but interesting read.