Scalawagons of Oz
by Neill, John R
- Used
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Good+ with rear jacket flap laid in. (No other parts of jacket present.) See photos.
- Seller
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Oakland, California, United States
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About This Item
Chicago: Reilly & Lee, 1941. Appears to be a later state (or later printing) of first edition. No color plates or illus. Hardcover. Good+ with rear jacket flap laid in. (No other parts of jacket present.) See photos.. Quarto in grey cloth with orange pictorial paper illus adhered; 309 pages, b&w illus.; 1.4 pounds. "Scalawagons of Oz is a children's fantasy novel written and illustrated by John R. Neill. It was first published in 1941 and is the 30th book in the Oz series. The story follows the adventures of Scraps, a Patchwork Girl, who embarks on a journey to the Land of Oz in search of a magical emerald that can grant wishes. Along the way, Scraps encounters a cast of eccentric characters, including the Scalawagons, a race of living wagons with their own personalities and abilities. Neill's writing style is characterized by his whimsical and imaginative storytelling, as well as his detailed and vivid illustrations. Scalawagons of Oz is widely regarded as one of his most memorable works and has been praised for its creative world-building and memorable characters."
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Details
- Bookseller
- Bibliope by Calvello Books (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 94323
- Title
- Scalawagons of Oz
- Author
- Neill, John R
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Good+ with rear jacket flap laid in. (No other parts of jacket present.) See photos.
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- Appears to be a later state (or later printing) of first edition
- Publisher
- Reilly & Lee
- Place of Publication
- Chicago
- Date Published
- 1941
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Bibliope by Calvello Books
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Oakland, California
About Bibliope by Calvello Books
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