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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

by L. Frank Baum & John John Rea Neill (Illustrator)

  • First published: Date unknown
  • Language: English
  • Content type: FictionJuvenile

"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. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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2008-05-24Project GutenbergEnglishPublic domain (USA)

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

Project Gutenberg electronic edition

Project Gutenberg metadata does not identify the source print edition.

1997-06-01Project GutenbergEnglishPublic domain (USA)

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