*Wicked* The Book: A Deep Dive into Gregory Maguire's Reimagining of Oz
Gregory Maguire’s Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West is more than just a prequel to L. Frank Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz; it’s a complete reimagining of the classic tale, told from the perspective of Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West. This New York Times bestseller, which has sold millions of copies worldwide and inspired a long-running Broadway musical and a major motion picture, offers a complex and nuanced exploration of good and evil, challenging readers to reconsider their preconceived notions about morality and identity. This article will examine Wicked through the lenses of various topics related to books, authors, reading, libraries, and cultural impact.





