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When Dorothy and her pet dog, Toto, are swept away from their Kansas home, they find themselves in the magical land of Oz where munchkins live, monkeys fly and Wicked Witches rule. In their quest to return home they meet a cast of characters that have become much loved by families since the story was first published in 1900. Dorothy, played by Lydia West (Years and Years) joins the Tin Woodsman, Scarecrow and Cowardly Lion as they follow the yellow brick road to find the Wizard, played by Jim Broadbent (The Iron Lady, Moulin Rouge).

One of the best-known stories in American culture, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz has stirred the imagination of young and old alike for over 100 years. Best Actress nominee Anne Hathaway ( Rachel Getting Married, Alice in Wonderland), fresh from filming one of this year’s most anticipated films ( The Dark Knight Rises), lends her voice to this uniquely American fairy tale.

Bill Nighy reads Frank L Baum's true American classic, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Swept away from her home in Kansas by a tornado, Dorothy and her dog Toto find themselves stranded in the fantastical Land of Oz. As instructed by the Good Witch of the North and the Munchkins, Dorothy sets off on the yellow brick road to try and find her way to the Emerald City and the Wizard of Oz, who can help her get home.

Noted as one of the most popular series in American literature, the works of L. Frank Baum have been brought together in this singular collection that ensures the fun never stops! Embark on the journey that has capitated audiences for more than a century.

Swept away by a fierce cyclone from Kansas to the magical Land of Oz, little Dorothy and her dog Toto embark on an unforgettable journey down the yellow brick road. Her only desire is to return home. On her way to the dazzling Emerald City to seek the help of the mysterious Great Wizard, she makes endearing friends: a brainless Scarecrow, a heartless Tin Woodman, and a Cowardly Lion. Together they will face wicked witches, fantastic creatures, and great dangers, discovering that bravery, love, and wisdom were always within them.

The story that started it all, and inspired plays, movies, and more. Young Dorothy Gale is whisked away to a magical land, meets wonderful friends, and has several adventures. - Summary by W. Blaine Dowler

When Dorothy is swept away from her home in Kansas by a cyclone, she finds herself in a mysterious land inhabited by equally mysterious people. She is told that only Oz, the great Wizard, can help her get back home, so Dorothy sets off along the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City. Along the way she meets characters such as the brainless Scarecrow, the heartless Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion. (Summary by Rachel)

The timeless story of the Wizard Of Oz. Follow Dorothy as she leaves Kansas for Oz on a cyclone. She meets many strange, and wonderful people and creatures along the way. Enjoy it again with your children and family. (Summary by J. Hall) Characters: Aunt Em: jenny Dorothy: Sibella The Scarecrow: Kaffen The Tin Woodman: DSayers The Cowardly Lion: padraigo The Witch of the North: jenny Munchkin 1: Annoying Twit Munchkin 2: aradlaw Munchkin 3: Iowajones The Wizard of Oz: earthcalling Guardian of the Gates: Ernst Pattynama Soldier: Symmie The Wicked Witch of the West: RuthieG The Queen of the ...

After a terrible tornado hits the Gale family's Kansas farm, Dorothy Gale and her dog ToTo find themselves transported to the magical land of Oz. With the help of the Scarecrow, the Lion and the Tin Man, Dorothy battles the Wicked Witch of the West, fi

Ged, the greatest sorcerer in all Earthsea, was called Sparrowhawk in his reckless youth. Hungry for power and knowledge, Sparrowhawk tampered with long-held secrets and loosed a terrible shadow upon the world. This is the tale of his testing, how he mastered the mighty words of power, tamed an ancient dragon, and crossed death's threshold to restore the balance.  

The Wizard of Oz is inspired by one of the best-known classic American children's novels. Originally written by author L. Frank Baum in 1900 under the title “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz”, the book narrates the story of an orphaned child Dorothy who gets uprooted from her home in Kansas along with her dog Toto and is taken to a faraway magical land of Oz. The place is full of wizards, witches, and extraordinary humans and animals. Dorothy finds the unique company of a scarecrow, a tinman, and a lion in her search for The Wizard of Oz - her only hope to get back to her aunt and uncle in ...

In the aftermath of the brutal murder of his father, a mysterious woman, Kahlan Amnell, appears in Richard Cypher's forest sanctuary seeking help...and more. His world, his very beliefs, are shattered when ancient debts come due with thundering violence. In a dark age it takes courage to live, and more than mere courage to challenge those who hold dominion, Richard and Kahlan must take up that challenge or become the next victims.

NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE! A thrilling exploration of the nature of power through the inner workings of Putin's regime. Known as the "Wizard of the Kremlin," the enigmatic Vadim Baranov was a TV producer before becoming a political advisor to Putin, aka "The Czar." After his resignation from...

Maureen Lipman and Patrick Barlow star in a full-cast dramatisation of the classic children's tale. When Dorothy and her dog, Toto, are whisked away from Kansas by a cyclone, they arrive in the strange land of the Munchkins. Setting off on a magical journey, they are befriended by the Tinman...

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz performed by professional narrator and actress Anna Butterworth brings L. Frank Baum’s beloved fantasy to life with warm, expressive storytelling that captures the magic, humor, and heart of Dorothy’s journey. This timeless classic transports listeners to the dazzling Land of Oz, where courage, friendship, and self-discovery guide Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion along the yellow brick road. Experience the original story that has gone on to inspire many books, stage plays and the hit film Wicked.

This radio dramatization of the classic musical features Judy Garland re-creating the role for which she received an honorary Academy Award. It aired on December 25, 1950, a dozen years after the movie was released.

When a tornado whisks young Dorothy away from Kansas with her faithful dog Toto, she finds herself in the mysterious Land of Oz, where unknown dangers and strange creatures await her. Can she find a way back home? Can her new friends the Cowardly Lion, the Scarecrow, and the Tin Man find courage, brains, and a heart? Searching for answers from the mysterious Wizard of Oz, and pursued by the forces of the Wicked Witch of the West, Dorothy and her companions must work together to complete their dangerous quest.

In this wildly creative, horror-soaked reimagining of L. Frank Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, nothing is as it seems in Dorothy’s dystopian nightmare. Fans of Tender Is the Flesh and Maeve Fly will want to follow her twisted journey down the yellow-brick road. When nineteen-year-old...

Brought to you by Penguin. One mission. One curse. No escape. Zaira doesn’t want a hero. She needs a weapon. To save her sister from a soul-devouring curse, she has to cross The Shallows?a nightmare landscape of ruined magic, shifting paths, and vicious creatures that eat people alive. Her...

Judy Garland reprises her role as Dorothy as she and her dog, Toto, are caught up in a tornado in their hometown of Kansas. It takes them to a strange and beautiful land called Oz.