Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West
by Gregory Maguire
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Author: Gregory MaguireEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1996-11-06
ISBN: 0060987103
Number of pages: 406
Publisher: Harper Paperbacks
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Book Review: A Wicked Witch or a Dermatological Problem: you decide.
Summary: 5 Stars
Ever since the publication of "The Wonderful Wizard of OZ" and its subsequent immortlization as a movie, the Wicked Witch of the West has been maligned, feared and hated. Gregory Maguire's fascinating biography of this fictitious character gives depth and understanding to the real reason of her "wickedness." Maguire puts a whole new twist on the story of the Witch--if you were born with green skin and hated and reviled by your parents, what would be your outcome in life? This book takes Ephelba from birth clear to her sad demise at the hands of a cold-blooded murderess. Along the way, we learn about the politics of Oz as well as the psychological profiles of many of its greatest citizens. Maguire treats his book with great skill, never going for the easy laugh or gag, but presents a fascinating new twist on a tale that many have heard since infancy. No longer a fairy tale, but a history--this book is a must for all lovers of Oz, fantasy and the blending of fantasy and life.
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