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L. Frank Baum's 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' is a beloved children's book that tells the story of Dorothy, a Kansas farm girl who is swept away by a tornado and lands in the fantastical land of Oz. There, she meets a variety of peculiar characters, including the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion, all of whom seek to find their own ways of obtaining brains, heart, and courage. Together, they travel to the Emerald City to meet the Wizard, who promises to grant them their wishes. The story is filled with whimsy, adventure, and moral lessons about the value of friendship and self-discovery.
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