El Camino a Oz

The vivid descriptions and unique characters make Oz feel so alive. I'm curious what inspired Baum to craft this fantastical land from his imagination.

The story captures that childlike sense of adventure perfectly. I wonder if Baum was intentionally evoking childhood wonder or if it evolved naturally.

Their interactions seem so warm and real, even in a fantastical setting. Do you think Baum based these relationships on real-life bonds or crafted them purely for storytelling?