Books in The Shoe Books series

The Marvelous Land of Oz L. Frank BAUM (1856 - 1919) The Marvelous Land of Oz is the second of the Oz books. It follows the adventures of the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman and Tip. The Emerald City has been taken over by the Army of Revolt, and our adventurous friends need the help of Glinda the Good to return it to its rightful ruler. (Summary by Paul Harvey) Genre(s): Children's Fiction Language: English Group: Oz books - original and official by L. Frank Baum

“The Marvelous Land of Oz” is generally accepted- by the critics and by millions of delighted children-as the finest of all sequels to the “Wizard of Oz.” The very first sequel, it contains the adventure of the Scarecrow and the Tin Woodman in equally enchanting fashion. For those who have long loved “The Marvelous Land of Oz,” but have searched in vain for an edition they could truly enjoy, here is a complete text reprint of the first edition. The Scarecrow, fully equipped with brains, is now the King of the Emerald City, and the Tin Woodman, proud of his new heart, has become the Emperor of the Wikies, but the two companions are still the same inane and lovable creatures that they were, and their adventures are perhaps even more exciting and amusing than before. The young hero this time is a boy, Tip; among the other new and entertaining characters in this Oz book are Jack Pumpkinhead, Mombi the Sorceress, the Animated Saw-Horse, and the Highly Magnified Woggle-Bug, T.E. (Thoroughly Educated). All the old Oz magic is still present, all the quiet wisdom and gentle humor. This is the Oz book with the marvelous powder of life, the army of girls in revolt against the Emerald City, and the world’s strangest flying object- the Gump! The excitement and interest keep mounting steadily until they are capped by a truly surprising climax.

A beautiful gift edition of the beloved classic about two orphan sisters and their newfound love of theater and dance. After losing their mother, Rachel and her adopted sister Hilary move in with their aunt, Cora Wintle. Cora runs a dancing school in London, and she thinks that Hilary would be perfect for her dancing troupe, Wintle's Little Wonders! The only problem is that Hilary might be as good as Cora's own precious daughter, Dulcie. Still, Cora is determined to make sulky Rachel and sprightly Hilary members of her dance troupe. But Rachel doesn't want to be a Little Wonder! She can't dance and feels silly in her the ruffly costume. Nothing seems to be going as planned, until Rachel discovers her talent for acting. . . . This classic children's book is perfect for kids who dream of being on stage, whether it be dancing or acting. And don't miss the other classic Noel Streatfeild titles, Ballet Shoes, Skating Shoes, and Theater Shoes!

A beautiful gift edition of the beloved classic about three orphan siblings and their love of music, theater, and dance. When orphans Sorrel, Mark, and Holly are sent to live with their grandmother, a famous English actress, she enrolls them in the Children's Academy of Dancing and Stage Training, the same Academy that made the orphans from Ballet Shoes famous so long ago. It's the chance of a lifetime, but the Academy won't give the children the "proper" education their parents would have wanted. However, the children learn to love the Academy when they find out that Sorrel has dramatic flair, Mark can sing, and Holly charms everyone with her adorable impish ways. Maybe talent does run in the family. This classic children's book is perfect for kids who dream of being on stage--dancing, singing, or acting. Don't miss the other classic Noel Streatfeild books, Ballet Shoes, Skating Shoes, and Dancing Shoes!