Ozoplaning with the Wizard of Oz follows the beloved characters from L. Frank Baum's original Oz books on yet another whimsical adventure. In this story, Princess Ozma receives a distress call from her old friend Cayke the Cookie Cook, prompting the Wizard of Oz and his companions to embark on a journey to the island of Kimbaloo. Along the way, they encounter a variety of quirky characters, including the eccentric Crompton the Clockwork Man, and face numerous magical challenges.

Ruth Plumly Thompson stays true to the spirit of Baum's original stories, capturing the same sense of wonder and imagination that made the Oz series so popular. The writing is playful and enchanting, filled with colorful descriptions and clever dialogue. Fans of the Wizard of Oz will delight in revisiting familiar characters and exploring new realms within the magical land of Oz.

Overall, Ozoplaning with the Wizard of Oz is a charming addition to the Oz series, showcasing Thompson's talent for creating imaginative and captivating tales. With its engaging plot and endearing characters, this book is sure to enchant readers of all ages.

Book Description:
The wonderful but quirky Wizard of Oz has invented a plane to go strato-sphering. Zooming among the clouds and shooting stars above OZ certainly produces a host of strange adventures. This last book about OZ by Ruth Thompson includes many well known characters of that fairy land like the Wizard, Dorothy, The Tin Man, and The Cowardly Lion but has some that have been a bit overlooked before like Jellia Jam, Ozma's chief maid-in-waiting and The Soldier With Green Whiskers. A high flying tale with danger and excitement! But don't worry, everyone will come through in the end just fine. - I promise! Summary by phil chenevert