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L. Frank Baum Books in Order

de L. Frank Baum

Start with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (1900), the natural introduction to Dorothy and Baum’s magical world. The list below follows the Oz novels in publication order, then turns to shorter Oz adventures and independent fairy tales for further exploration.

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In order of publication

Every L. Frank Baum book in our library, numbered by year of first publication; a book without a known year comes last.

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11900
The Wonderful Wizard of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

A girl lost in a magical land seeks home.

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21901
American Fairy TalesL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Magic interrupts everyday life in a collection of American tales.

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31904
The Marvelous Land of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

A runaway boy becomes caught in a struggle over Oz.

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41907
Ozma of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Dorothy joins a royal rescue mission in a strange land.

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51908
Dorothy and the Wizard in OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Dorothy and her companions seek escape from strange underground lands.

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61909
The Road to OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Dorothy follows an unfamiliar road through strange lands toward Oz.

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71910
The Emerald City of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Dorothy brings her family to Oz as an invasion approaches.

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81913
Little Wizard Stories of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · Under 2 h

Dorothy and other Oz characters face six short adventures.

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91913
The Patchwork Girl of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

A boy and a living doll seek to undo magic.

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101915
The Scarecrow of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Two travelers face a cruel king with the Scarecrow’s help.

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111916
Rinkitink in OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

A young prince seeks to rescue his captured island people.

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121917
The Lost Princess of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Friends search a magical land for its missing ruler.

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131918
The Tin Woodman of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

A man made of tin seeks the woman he loved.

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141919
The Magic of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

A boy’s secret spell threatens the land of Oz.

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Glinda of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Ozma and Dorothy try to stop a war in Oz.

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Suggested reading order for a first-time reader

Our advice, not a required order: each line says why the book comes at that step.

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11900
The Wonderful Wizard of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Begin with Dorothy’s familiar journey, which introduces Oz and several of its enduring characters.

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21904
The Marvelous Land of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Continue with the next Oz novel, broadening the cast beyond Dorothy and her companions.

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31907
Ozma of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Dorothy returns in an adventure that expands the magical world and introduces important recurring companions.

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41908
Dorothy and the Wizard in OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Follow Dorothy underground for another journey, building on your acquaintance with the Wizard.

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51909
The Road to OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

This wandering journey introduces more unusual companions while drawing together familiar faces from earlier adventures.

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61910
The Emerald City of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Read next for Dorothy’s family and a broader look at life across Oz.

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71913
The Patchwork Girl of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

A new quest and a lively new companion refresh the series after its established adventures.

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81915
The Scarecrow of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Continue the novel sequence with new travelers and a larger role for a familiar favorite.

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91916
Rinkitink in OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

This island rescue adventure offers a change of setting within the continuing Oz sequence.

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101917
The Lost Princess of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Return to Oz’s familiar company for a search that explores more of its magical landscape.

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111918
The Tin Woodman of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Revisit a central character whose personal quest gains interest from your familiarity with earlier books.

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121919
The Magic of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Continue with a magical threat whose effects involve characters you now know well.

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131920
Glinda of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Follow Dorothy and Ozma into a conflict that extends your view of Oz’s varied communities.

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141913
Little Wizard Stories of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · Under 2 h

After the novels, enjoy six brief adventures as lighter visits with familiar Oz characters.

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151901
American Fairy TalesL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

Finish by stepping outside Oz to sample Baum’s playful magic in everyday American settings.

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Par où commencer

  1. Commencez iciThe Wonderful Wizard of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

    The clearest starting point, introducing Dorothy, her companions, and the magical land behind the series.

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  2. Un autre point de départAmerican Fairy TalesL. Frank BaumMedium level · 2–5 h

    Choose these independent tales if you want a short introduction to Baum outside Oz.

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  3. Ou essayezLittle Wizard Stories of OzL. Frank BaumMedium level · Under 2 h

    Try these brief adventures if you prefer a small taste of Oz before a novel.

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Questions

Where should I start with L. Frank Baum?

Start with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (1900), the natural introduction to Dorothy and Baum’s magical world. The list below follows the Oz novels in publication order, then turns to shorter Oz adventures and independent fairy tales for further exploration.

What order should I read L. Frank Baum's books in?

Read The Wonderful Wizard of Oz first, then follow the Oz novels in publication order to meet recurring characters as they appear. Save Little Wizard Stories of Oz for a lighter return visit; American Fairy Tales stands apart and can be read whenever you like.

Which L. Frank Baum book on this page came out first?

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (1900). The table above lists every L. Frank Baum book we hold by year of first publication.

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