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What is ironic about Wonderful Wizard of

In "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" by L. Frank Baum, there are several ironic elements:

1. Wizard's Lack of Magic: The "Wonderful Wizard of Oz" turns out to be an ordinary man named Oscar Zoroaster Phadrig Isaac Norman Henkle Emmannuel Ambroise Diggs, who came to Oz in a hot air balloon and created an illusion of power.

2. Scarecrow's Lack of Brain: The Scarecrow yearns for a brain but is already quite wise; he displays remarkable intelligence and common sense throughout the story.

3. Tin Man's Lack of Heart: The Tin Man longs for a heart, yet he shows great compassion and kindness toward others. He is loyal and cares deeply for his friends.

4. Cowardly Lion's Lack of Courage: Despite his name, the Cowardly Lion demonstrates bravery in various situations. He faces his fears and overcomes obstacles to help his friends.

5. Dorothy's Journey for Home: Dorothy sets out on a journey to find the Wizard to help her return home, not realizing she had the power to do so all along with her magical ruby slippers.

6. Oz as a Reflection of Human Nature: The Land of Oz represents human characteristics and desires. The characters each symbolize a specific trait, such as the desire for wisdom (Scarecrow), love and compassion (Tin Man), courage (Cowardly Lion), or the longing for home (Dorothy).

7. Wizard's True Nature: The Wizard is revealed to be a manipulator who uses illusions and trickery to maintain his image as a powerful wizard. This contrasts with his actual nature as a regular person who simply stumbled into a position of power.

These ironic elements add humor, depth, and a touch of reality to the fantastical world of Oz.

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