"The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" is a 1900 children's novel by L. Frank Baum. It is the first novel in the Oz series of books. The book is a classic tale of friendship, courage, and self-discovery. Over time the story has been turned into films, stage productions, and much more, and it continues to be enjoyed by children and adults all over the world. This episode will cover the first three chapters of the book. We will be introduced to the main character Dorothy and her dog Toto, the Witch of the North, Munchkins, and the scarecrow who is the first of three friends that Dorothy will meet and travel with to the Emerald City.Show Support: Classic Stories and Fairy Tales Podcast