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had forbidden any other Witch to exist in her dominions. So Tip's guardian, however much she might aspire to working magic, realized it was unlawful to be more than a Sorceress, or at most a Wizardess. Tip was made to carry wood from the forest, that the old woman might boil her pot. He also worked in the corn-fields, hoeing and husking; and he fed the pigs and milked the four-horned cow that was Mombi's especial pride. But you must not suppose he worked all the time, for he felt that would be bad for him. When sent to the forest Tip often climbed trees for birds' eggs or amused himself chasing the fleet white rabbits or fishing in the brooks with bent pins. Then he would hastily gather his armful of wood and carry it home. And when he was supposed to be working in the corn-fields, and the tall stalks hid him from Mombi's view, Tip would often dig in the gopher holes, or-if the mood seized him-
Synopsis
Following the success of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, author L. Frank Baum produced a sequel, The Land of Oz, in which he introduced a whole new set of characters. Here we meet a young boy named Tip from the country of the Gillikins (slightly north of the Land of Oz), who creates a friend named Jack Pumpkinhead with the aid of the marvelous powder of life; General Jinjur, who, commanding an army of girls, lays siege to the Emerald City; and the mysterious Queen Ozma, who is crowned rightful ruler of Oz. In addition to Baum's delightful story, The Land of Oz will contain essays by major Oz experts, certain to give the reader even greater insight to the world and characters created by one of America's most influential children's book writers. - An iBooks exclusive The only authorized editions of the Oz series, produced with the full cooperation of the L. Frank Baum Family Trust. - The second in the classic Oz series, illustrated and with essays by major Oz experts, including Harlan Ellison. - The film version of The Wizard of Oz is an enduring classic, now shown every Christmas on cable station TNT. - Cover art and select interior illustrations by William Stout. - Essays about L. Frank Baum's classic, its impact, and enduring appeal accompany the text, and feature revealing critical information.