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liquidopal 's review for:
The Marvelous Land Of Oz
by L. Frank Baum, John Neill
I borrowed this book from the library because my inner child's imagination needed a good shake. When I read/re-read books like these, I remember the magic I used to feel.
Although I haven't read all of this books, I'm sure this is not one of this best. I found some of the non-human characters to be a bit childish and uncomfortable with the constant prattle about hearts, brains, and pumpkins spoiling. I found the social implications of women seizing power to be a bit uncomfortable.
However, I always appreciate the underlying message about uniqueness being a desirable and treasured trait. I can't remember the actual quote word for word, but the general message is that someone who is normal is not worth remembering.
That's a message I can relate to.
Although I haven't read all of this books, I'm sure this is not one of this best. I found some of the non-human characters to be a bit childish and uncomfortable with the constant prattle about hearts, brains, and pumpkins spoiling. I found the social implications of women seizing power to be a bit uncomfortable.
However, I always appreciate the underlying message about uniqueness being a desirable and treasured trait. I can't remember the actual quote word for word, but the general message is that someone who is normal is not worth remembering.
That's a message I can relate to.