Glinda of Oz In Which Are Related the Exciting Experiences of Princess Ozma of Oz, and Dorothy, in Their Hazardous Journey to the Home of the Flatheads, and to the Magic Isle of the Skeezers, and How They Were Rescued from Dire Peril by the Sorcery of Glinda the Good

"Glinda of Oz" by L. Frank Baum is a fantasy novel originally written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows Princess Ozma of Oz and her companion, Dorothy, as they embark on an adventurous mission to resolve a brewing conflict between two magical tribes known as the Skeezers and the Flatheads. Their journey is filled with enchanting characters and magical elements, with the good Sorceress Glinda playing a pivotal role in the unfolding events. At the start of the story, we see Glinda welcoming Ozma and Dorothy to her palace in the beautiful Quadling Country. The tone is cheerful and filled with camaraderie until the discussion turns serious when they learn about a declaration of war between the Skeezers and the Flatheads. Intrigued by the sudden conflict, Ozma expresses her determination to prevent war, insisting on her duty to ensure peace within her realm. With parental concern, Glinda warns of potential dangers, suggesting that their path could be treacherous. Ultimately, the opening sets the stage for an expedition where Ozma and Dorothy must gather allies and face the unknown to uphold harmony in the Land of Oz. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Lyman Frank Baum was an American author best known for his children's fantasy books, particularly The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, part of a series. In addition to the 14 Oz books, Baum penned 41 other novels, 83 short stories, over 200 poems, and at least 42 scripts. He made numerous attempts to bring his works to the stage and screen; the 1939 adaptation of the first Oz book became a landmark of 20th-century cinema.