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The Patchwork Girl of Oz

L. Frank Baum
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The Patchwork Girl of Oz

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1995

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L. Frank Baum

The Patchwork Girl of Oz

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1995
Book Details
Pages

346

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Land Of Oz • Fantasy World

Publication Year

1995

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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Super Short Summary

In The Patchwork Girl of Oz by L. Frank Baum, Ojo, a young Munchkin boy, embarks on a quest in the Land of Oz to find ingredients to reverse a magical accident. He is joined by the lively Patchwork Girl, Scraps, and other companions as they navigate adventures and challenges throughout the fantastical world.

Fantastical

Adventurous

Playful

Humorous

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

4.2

9,850 ratings

66%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Patchwork Girl of Oz is a whimsical tale that showcases Baum’s imaginative storytelling. Readers appreciate its vibrant characters and creative plot. However, some find the narrative less cohesive compared to Baum's other Oz books. Despite this, the novel captivates with its charm and remains a beloved addition to the series.

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Who Should Read The Patchwork Girl of Oz?

A reader who delights in whimsical adventures, vibrant characters, and imaginative worlds akin to Alice's Adventures in Wonderland or The Princess and the Goblin would enjoy The Patchwork Girl of Oz. This novel appeals to those who cherish creativity, fantasy, and the magic of the Oz series.

4.2

9,850 ratings

66%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

The Patchwork Girl of Oz was first published in 1913 and is the seventh book in L. Frank Baum's Oz series, introducing new characters alongside familiar ones from previous Oz adventures.

L. Frank Baum originally wrote The Patchwork Girl of Oz as a screenplay for a film, which was later adapted into the book, making it one of Baum's several works where film and literature intersect.

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The book features unique illustrations by John R. Neill, who succeeded W.W. Denslow, the original illustrator of the Oz series, contributing to the visual transformation of the Land of Oz through his detailed and imaginative style.

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Book Details
Pages

346

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Land Of Oz • Fantasy World

Publication Year

1995

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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