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Seattle
Seattle might be a bit damp, but this verdant Pacific Northwest port city offers the best of urban and rural within just a few hours travel.
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The Russian Wizard of Oz
A Soviet translation of Wizard of Oz turned L. Frank Baum's novel into a new series that became a favorite with Russian children.
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The Man Behind The Curtain
After two big-name actors turned down the role of the Wizard, 48-year-old Frank Morgan fought hard for the part. Unfortunately, he never had the chance to enjoy his fame.
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A Guide to Baum's Oz Books: Part III
The final installment of this three-part series takes a look at L. Frank Baum’s final Oz books, published between 1916 and 1920.
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'Tis the Season to Be Ozzy
The newest Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments bring Wizard of Oz magic to your Christmas tree.
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A Guide to Baum's Oz Books: Part II
This second part of a three-part series will guide you through the Oz books published between 1909 and 1915.
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Auntie Em! Auntie Em!
A belated Mother’s Day tribute to Dorothy’s own beloved mother figure and the little-known actress who played her.
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Best Places in Seattle to Meet New People
The best places in Seattle to meet people over 30 are not usually expensive. Here are some cool fun things to do for making friends with people one's own age.
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Fighting for the Famous Forty
Armed with his “Petition for Oz,” 14-year-old Brenton Brookings hopes to convince publishers that there’s a market for all 40 Oz books.
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Lisbeth Zwerger – Premier Children's Storyteller
Art school teachers said she had no future as an illustrator. But Lisbeth Zwerger ignored them and became one of the world's most acclaimed children's book artists.
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Oz and Ends
Even if you’re an Oz trivia wizard, you may learn something new from this collection of odd and surprising Oz tidbits.
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Seattle Garden Tour, Part 1
Seattle Garden Tour Part 1. More than 500 garden communicators from across North America descended upon the Emerald City for five days of glorious garden tours. Included a visit to Heronswood Nursery.
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Washington State Summer Festivals
Travel to the Emerald City, where Seattle's festivals embrace the regional communities with thrilling parades, marathons, road races, boat races, music and theater arts
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Yellow Brick Politics?
Is The Wizard of Oz a children’s fairy tale? Or is it a commentary on turn-of-the-century politics?
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Zhang DaoLing, Ancient Daoist Exorcist
Examining the legend of Zhang DaoLing, famous Daoist exorcist, as a possible cause of China's massive earthquake.
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You're off to see the Wizard
You don't need a yellow brick road to find these Oz travel destinations.
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A Guide to Baum's Oz Books: Part I
The Wizard of Oz is more than a movie: L. Frank Baum wrote about the magical land for nearly 20 years. This three-part guide will help you discover, or rediscover, Baum's 14 original Oz books.
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More Photos, Field Guides, and Early Bloomers (Again)
Our escape to Point Reyes was more than putting distance between us and that mountaintop B and B. It was also a chance to see a colony of breeding Elephant Seals and get acquainted with new wildflowers. At Chimney Rock we were able to park and hike. It was like approaching the Emerald City through that field of poppies; all sorts of new wildflowers awaited discovery.
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The Wizard of Oz II Political Allegory
a short zesty discussion on Baum and Democratic Populism with a few recipes to add for flavor. Links included for resource sites, bio, commentary and the all essential pumpkin-carvin101 from Fab Foods for political candidates
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Bamboo Products Open New Markets
Bamboo, the fastest growing plant, is now being manufactured into virtually everything from flooring, paneling, furniture, fencing, to dishes, clothing, and toothpicks.
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Dark Versions of the Wizard of Oz
L. Frank Baum's Oz is one of the happiest, most magical fantasy kingdoms, but later writers have told stories of a darker, more sinister Oz.
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Seattle Light Rail
After years of leading the nation in green building and community supported agriculture, Seattle's public transit steps into gear.
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Star Profile: Nicole Kidman
Australia's own Nicole Kidman has taken the world by storm during the past few years. Find out how she rose through the ranks to become an A-list star.
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The Oz books and Theosophy
L. Frank Baum's novels of Oz have been popular for more than a century. Their religious inspiration comes from an esoteric eastern religion little known in the west.
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The Oz That Almost Was
Early drafts of The Wizard of Oz script included odd and downright bizarre scenarios, including a wicked witch that transforms into a parrot and a romance for the cowardly lion.
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The Wizard Of Oz - A Reading
The Wizard Of Oz is a classic film which tells of a young girl trying to get home. It also lends itself to multiple readings of which a psychological approach is one.
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The Wizard of Oz Book Review
For a movie that is as good as The Wizard of Oz, the book must really be great when it's better than the movie. And in this case, it is.
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The Wizard of Oz on Radio
L. Frank Baum's Oz books have been adapted multiple times for radio. The most famous was a 1930s serial adaptation sponsored by Jell-O.
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A Piece of a Personal Heaven
Review of Goran Paskaljevic's movie "Someone Else's America"
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Dorothy's South Dakota Roots
In 1888, Oz author L. Frank Baum went west and drew inspiration from the barren Dakota Territory. Today, a theme park and festival celebrate his time in South Dakota.
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Experience Some Colorful Adventures in Oz
You need no cyclone to reach Oz, only IDW Publishing's handsome collection of five acclaimed comic books by Eisner winner Eric Shanower.
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Investing in Comic Books
Buying and selling comic books is increasing in popularity due to high profits that can be made on rare or vintage issues.
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Oz Under the Tree
Use this guide to find the perfect holiday gifts for your favorite Wizard of Oz fans – or even for yourself.
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Review of Ozma of Oz by L. Frank Baum
The third book in Baum's beloved Oz series takes readers on a new adventure with Dorothy, the Scarecrow, and many new friends.
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Review of the University of Washington-Seattle
The first attribute that one notices on campus is beauty. Nestled in the middle of a major city but close to the mountains is the University of Washington-Seattle.
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T-W Classic Children's Literature
Adventure and misadventure, fantasy and fairy tale, monsters and mystery...growing up isn't easy, but some story from this guide suits the sympathies of any child.
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The International Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz is a classic American fantasy story, but Oz has become, popular worldwide, with many countries adapting it for TV, movies or the stage.
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The Wiz - Movie and Musical
The all-black version of L. Frank Baum's classic children's story became a Broadway hit, then a movie musical bomb. Here's the story behind them both.
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The Wizard Of Oz
The Wizard Of Oz still the best selling musical of all time!
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The Wizard of Oz Television Series
Along with airing the 1939 "Wizard of Oz" every year, American TV has created its own versions of Oz-though none of them have become classics.
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
The Wonderful Wizard of OZ is a beloved piece of literature that was turned into a popular movie. Here we look at some of the characters that are prominant in the book.
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Wicked Delivers Again
You can call it anything you want, but when you boil it down, Wicked is spectacular.
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Year of the Poppy
Year of the Poppy. From California poppies, the state flower, to Oriental poppies, Flanders poppies and more.
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You're Off to See the Kitchen
Got a hankering for some Wicked Witch Waffles or Yellow Brickle Road Brownies? Two Oz cookbooks will help you prepare feasts fit for a wizard.
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44. Retirement! What's that?
Is "Retirement" the best thing one has to look forward to in old age? I mean, Really! Is that all there is?
aarp • social security • aging • ageism • senior citizens

A Lion Among Men By Gregory Maguire Reviewed
Gregory Maguire's A Lion Among Men follows the tale of Brrr, the lion who asked the Wizard for courage and by the time A Lion Among Men is through, he'll likely need it!
a lion among men • gregory maguire • wicked years • son of a witch • wicked

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