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UIS Lunch and Learn Series transports us to the Land of Oz

Image of the Emerald City and the titled "The Marvelous Land of Oz" and "Lunch & Learn Series"
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The presentation took place on Oct. 10.

This year marks the 125th anniversary of the children's novel "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" by L. Frank Baum. During the October 2024 lunch and Learn Series, Mark W. Sorensen, past president of the Illinois State Historical Society, gave a presentation of Baum's life, his writings, and other creative ventures. Sorensen also explains the cultural impact of "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz."

Beatrice is the Community Voices Editor for NPR Illinois. Reach Bea at communityvoices@nprillinois.org.
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