Rinkitink in Oz: Wherein Is Recorded the Perilous Quest of Prince Inga of Pingaree and King Rinkitink in the Magical Isles That Lie Beyond the Borderland of Oz: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Rinkitink in Oz: Wherein Is Recorded the Perilous Quest of Prince Inga of Pingaree and King Rinkitink in the Magical Isles That Lie Beyond the Borderland of Oz: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Rinkitink in Oz: Wherein Is Recorded the Perilous Quest of Prince Inga of Pingaree and King Rinkitink in the Magical Isles That Lie Beyond the Borderland of Oz is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Baum, L. Frank (Lyman Frank) (1856–1919).
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"Rinkitink in Oz" by L. Frank Baum is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the adventurous Prince Inga of Pingaree and the comically portly King Rinkitink as they embark on a quest to rescue Inga's parents and people from the clutches of the fierce warriors of Regos and Coregos. The narrative introduces a magical universe filled with whimsical elements, featuring enchanting creatures and dilemmas fitting for an audience captivated by both fantasy and heroism. The opening of "Rinkitink in Oz" sets the stage by introducing us to Prince Inga, the young heir to the Kingdom of Pingaree, and his concerns about potential invasions by fierce northern warriors. We learn of his relationship with his father, King Kitticut, who possesses three magical pearls that could aid them in defense. As the story unfolds, King Rinkitink arrives in Pingaree, and together they share jovial interactions, highlighting Rinkitink’s humorous character through his conversations with Bilbil, his talking goat. However, the tranquility is soon shattered when warriors invade Pingaree, capturing King Kitticut and the people, prompting Inga to take action. With the promise of magic pearls guiding him and his companions, the adventure is poised to shift to the treacherous shores of Regos and Coregos, where Inga's courage will be put to the ultimate test.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Rinkitink in Oz: Wherein Is Recorded the Perilous Quest of Prince Inga of Pingaree and King Rinkitink in the Magical Isles That Lie Beyond the Borderland of Oz
- Author credits: Baum, L. Frank (Lyman Frank) (1856–1919)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
- Enslaved persons -- Juvenile fiction
- Escapes -- Juvenile fiction
- Fantasy literature
- Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
- Gale, Dorothy (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
- Goats -- Juvenile fiction
- Good and evil -- Juvenile fiction
- Islands -- Juvenile fiction
- Kings and rulers -- Juvenile fiction
- Magic -- Juvenile fiction
- Oz (Imaginary place) -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Fantasy
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