The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Group

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tsecord
tsecord
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I am looking for resources for a womens retreat focus around the wizard of oz film.

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Posted by tsecord on Saturday September 22, 2007 at 12:24 PM and tagged with the wonderful wizard of oz.

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  1. mejwestut Teacher
    High School - 12th Grade

    eNotes Editor

    Some feminists view Dorothy's travels as a symbolic journey. A major theme in the story is self-sufficiency.

    "Dorothy's resolve and decisiveness throughout the book also attest to her self-sufficiency. She is independent and determined, and these qualities ultimately enable her to get back home. Rather than resign herself to life in a strange land, she refuses to give up on the idea that there is a way for her to get home" (enotes).

    The reference provided links to a wonderful essay comparing Dorothy to a classic mythical hero.

    “A hero ventures forth from the world of common day into a region of supernatural wonder; fabulous forces are there encountered and a decisive victory is won; the hero comes back from this mysterious adventure with the power to bestow boons on his fellow man” (Hudlin, enotes).

    Perhaps a focus on heroic journeys? 

    Sources:
    http://www.enotes.com/wonderful-wizard/mythology-oz-an-in...

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    Posted by mejwestut on Saturday September 22, 2007 at 7:59 PM