# The Arrival of the Wizard explained — Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz

> Chapter companion for Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz by L. Frank Baum.

## What happens

Dorothy, Zeb, and Jim the cab-horse are brought before the Prince of the Mangaboos and the Sorcerer Gwig, who accuses them of causing a rain of stones. The Wizard of Oz descends in a balloon and is challenged to prove his magical superiority over Gwig. The Wizard performs a trick with tiny piglets, but Gwig threatens to stop his breath.

## Themes in this chapter

### Humbug vs. True Magic

The Wizard's trick with the piglets contrasts with Gwig's sorcery, highlighting the theme of illusion versus genuine magic.

### Adventure and Exploration

The arrival of the Wizard by balloon adds a new layer of adventure as the characters explore the underground Land of the Mangaboos.

## Character check-ins

### Dorothy Gale

Dorothy laughs at Gwig's appearance and defends the group against accusations, recognizing the Wizard upon his arrival.

### Zeb

Zeb drives the buggy into the glass palace and follows Dorothy to witness the Wizard's arrival.

### Jim the Cab-Horse

Jim remains in the House of the Sorcerer with Eureka while the others go outside.

### Eureka the Kitten

Eureka is curled up asleep on the seat of the buggy in the Sorcerer's house.

### The Wizard

The Wizard arrives by balloon, recognizes Dorothy, and performs a magic trick with piglets to prove his skill.

### The Mangaboos

The Mangaboos, led by the Prince and Sorcerer Gwig, confront the newcomers and witness the Wizard's magic.

## Key lines

> Why have you dared to intrude your unwelcome persons into the secluded Land of the Mangaboos?

Gwig demands to know why the group has entered the Mangaboos' land.

_Gwig's hostile questioning sets the tone for the Mangaboos' suspicion of outsiders._

> I am Oz, the Great and Terrible. Eh? And you are little Dorothy, from Kansas. I remember you very well.

The Wizard introduces himself to Dorothy and recalls their previous meeting.

_This moment re-establishes the Wizard's connection to Dorothy from earlier adventures._

> I will create something out of nothing.

The Wizard announces his intention to perform a magic trick.

_The Wizard's boast sets up his demonstration of magical skill to impress the Mangaboos._

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