The Feminist Who Inspired the Witches of Oz
Briefly

Every living generation has been petrified by 'The Wizard of Oz,' where witches are pivotal characters embodying both good and evil, reflecting moral intricacies.
'Remember that the Witch is Wicked—tremendously Wicked—and ought to be killed,' the Great Oz bellows to Dorothy, showcasing the stark contrast between good and bad magic.
The upcoming film based on Gregory Maguire's novel delves into the backstories of Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West, and Glinda the Good, presenting new perspectives.
Matilda Electa Joslyn Gage, L. Frank Baum's mother-in-law, was a major force in the women’s rights movement and significantly influenced Baum's creative direction.
Read at Smithsonian Magazine
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