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IST 605: 125 Years of The Wizard of Oz

Resources related to the history, evolution, and endurance of what is considered the first American fairy tale from the original turn of the century children's book series to current cultural phenomenon WICKED.

Oz Wiki

https://oz.fandom.com/wiki/The_Wizard_of_Oz_Wiki

Though it is fan curated and not a scholarly source, the Oz Wiki is a reliable online encyclopedia dedicated to the expansive universe of The Wizard of Oz which no Ozian should be without!  It spans the original works of L. Frank Baum, the subsequent Oz series, adaptations, and related media, even including niche and obscure projects.  It is exceptionally handy in tracing the evolution of Oz lore and Oz’s undeniable spell it has cast on pop culture.  You can even check out the evolution of the slippers themselves in "magical items!"

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