The Purple Prince of Oz facts for kids
The Purple Prince of Oz is an exciting fantasy adventure book published in 1932. It's the 26th book in the famous Oz series, which was first started by L. Frank Baum. This particular story was written by Ruth Plumly Thompson, making it her 12th Oz book. The amazing pictures were drawn by John R. Neill.
The story follows Prince Randy of Regalia and his loyal friend, Kabumpo, the Elegant Elephant. They get into all sorts of trouble and must work together to save a kingdom and help Randy prove he's ready to be a true prince!
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What is The Purple Prince of Oz About?
This book takes readers on a thrilling journey with new characters created by Ruth Plumly Thompson. It's one of the first Oz books where most of the story focuses on her own unique creations. The adventure is full of unexpected twists and turns, making it a favorite for many Oz fans.
The Story Begins: Prince Randy's Adventure
The story kicks off when Prince Randy of Regalia decides to visit the nearby kingdom of Pumperdink. He travels in secret, so no one knows he's a prince. While there, he makes a big mistake by saying the king's grapes are sour! This upsets the king, who sentences Randy to be "dipped" in a purple well.
Luckily, Kabumpo, the Elegant Elephant, steps in. Kabumpo is a very fancy and wise elephant. Instead of letting Randy be dipped, Kabumpo makes Randy his personal helper. This saves Randy from the purple well, but their adventures are just beginning.
Soon after, a powerful and evil fairy casts a spell on the royal family of Pumperdink. Randy and Kabumpo realize they must escape and find a way to break the spell. They get help from a powerful friend, Jinnicky the Red Jinn.
Randy's Royal Challenge
While all this is happening, Prince Randy also has a very important task to complete. To become the true Prince of Regalia, he must finish seven difficult challenges. These challenges are part of the ancient laws of his kingdom. So, Randy isn't just trying to save Pumperdink; he's also trying to earn his own crown!
Meet the Characters: Randy, Kabumpo, and Jinnicky
The main characters in The Purple Prince of Oz are Prince Randy, Kabumpo the Elegant Elephant, and Jinnicky the Red Jinn. Randy is a young prince who learns a lot about responsibility and bravery during his journey. Kabumpo is a wise and sometimes grumpy elephant, but he is always there to help Randy.
Jinnicky the Red Jinn's Return
Jinnicky the Red Jinn is a magical being who first appeared in another Oz book, Jack Pumpkinhead of Oz. In that book, he was a bit unpredictable and quick to get angry. However, in The Purple Prince of Oz, Jinnicky returns as a much friendlier and more helpful companion to Randy and Kabumpo. He quickly became a very popular character among readers because of his magical powers and fun personality.
Continuing the Adventure: The Sequel
If you enjoy The Purple Prince of Oz, you'll be happy to know there's a direct follow-up! The book The Silver Princess in Oz continues the adventures of Randy, Kabumpo, and Jinnicky. It's a great way to see what happens next to these beloved characters.
