The Historian's Wizard of Oz: Reading L. Frank Baum's Classic as a Political and Monetary Allegory
by Ranjit S. Dighe
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Author: Ranjit S. DigheEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2002-06-21
ISBN: 0275974197
Number of pages: 192
Publisher: Praeger
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Book Review: Excellent Classroom Source
Summary: 5 Stars
Ranjit S. Dighe's coverage of Baum's Wizard of Oz as an allegory is well designed as a teaching source for Populism.
I found his chapter on the historical background of this period very helpful in understanding this complicated period. More importantly, the chapter that includes the original story with annotations that identify the symbolism is exactly what a researcher is looking for. References to Littlefield's interpretation and Bryan's "Cross of Gold" speech makes this book a complete source for introducing this parable to history or economic students.
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