The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum: Free Read Online

Name: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Author: L. Frank Baum

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum is a public-domain fantasy first published in 1900. You can read it free on ViralScopeHub, or download it from Project Gutenberg in several formats.

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Quick facts

Author: L. Frank Baum (1856–1919)
First published: 1900
Type: Fantasy
Suggested age: 6+ · Kid-safe pick
Cost: free

What is The Wonderful Wizard of Oz about?

A tornado carries Dorothy and her dog Toto from Kansas to the magical land of Oz. To get home she must ask the Wizard for help, following the yellow brick road with a Scarecrow who wants a brain, a Tin Woodman who wants a heart and a Cowardly Lion who wants courage. The book is quite different from the famous 1939 film.

About L. Frank Baum

L. Frank Baum (1856–1919) was an American author who wrote fourteen Oz books.

Is The Wonderful Wizard of Oz suitable for children?

Some mild scary moments (wolves, Wicked Witch). Good for children from about 6 when read together.

Free and public domain: where this text comes from

L. Frank Baum died in 1919, more than 70 years ago, so the work is in the public domain in Canada and India as well as the United States. The United States status is as listed by Project Gutenberg.

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Wonderful Wizard of Oz free to read?

Yes. It is in the public domain, so you can read it free here and at Project Gutenberg, or download it as an ebook.

Who wrote The Wonderful Wizard of Oz?

L. Frank Baum (1856–1919). L.

What age is The Wonderful Wizard of Oz for?

We suggest 6+. Some mild scary moments (wolves, Wicked Witch). Good for children from about 6 when read together.