Books like The Wonderful O by James Thurber
James Thurber’s charming folk‑fantasy follows the plight of the island Ooroo after an evil sea captain deletes the letter "O" from its name. The story unfolds as the island’s inhabitants embark on a creative, humorous journey to bring the lost letter back, weaving lessons of language, identity, and community into a delightful children’s adventure.
First publish date: October 15, 1976
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: James Thurber
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