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In a far-off land, there was said to be a mystical treasure known as the Magic Pebble. Legend had it that this pebble possessed extraordinary powers that could bring fortune and luck to whoever possessed it. Many adventurers and fortune-seekers embarked on a quest to find this enchanting stone, hoping that it would bring them endless wealth and prosperity. Word of the Magic Pebble spread like wildfire, and soon it became the subject of many tales and myths. Some believed that it had the ability to grant wishes, while others thought it could heal the sick or even turn lead into gold. Such was the allure of the pebble that people would travel great distances, facing countless challenges and obstacles, just to catch a glimpse of it.

Such was the allure of the pebble that people would travel great distances, facing countless challenges and obstacles, just to catch a glimpse of it. One such adventurer, named Samuel, dedicated his life to finding the Magic Pebble. He wandered through treacherous jungles, climbed towering mountains, and crossed vast deserts in his relentless pursuit.

Glinda the Good Witch

W hen you think of the good witch Glinda, you most likely picture a woman with red hair, an enormous, frothy pink dress, and a truly impressive amount of sparkles. You probably think of bubbles and magic wands, and—let’s face it—a slightly cloying voice. This image of the character, depicted by Billie Burke in the famous 1939 film The Wizard of Oz, has been cemented in Western consciousness as much as her counterpart, the mean, green Wicked Witch of the West. If you’re a fan of Broadway, you might also think of a calculating popular girl named Galinda with a secretly good heart in the 2003 musical Wicked, by Stephen Schwartz and Winnie Holzman, based loosely on Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel.

But there’s a lot more to Glinda than these adaptations reveal. In L. Frank Baum’s original novels about the land of Oz (1900–20), Glinda is among the most powerful magic users there. One of her strongest gifts is the ability to control the weather (as hinted at in the 1939 film, when she summons snow to counteract the sleep of the poppies sent by the Wicked Witch of the West). She’s a wise ruler in her own right—of the country in the South of Oz, not the North—and she is a protector of Princess Ozma, the rightful ruler over all the countries of Oz. There are multiple allusions to her great age, though she consistently appears young. The red hair is there, but she’s usually described as wearing white, and she owns a workshop full of fascinating objects. (In fact, she’s a bit of a scientist!) One of those objects is the Great Book of Records that allows her to know everything that happens in Oz. While she is consistently called “good,” she is not averse to using her skills to threaten, coerce, and wage war when necessary. She even commands an army of all female soldiers.

Still, a witch that is, overall, shown to be an exceptionally good and kind character in a story was pretty revolutionary for the time that Baum was writing. Most of this characterization was due to the fact that the author modeled Glinda on his mother-in-law, Matilda Joslyn Gage. Gage, a suffragist and abolitionist, was—by all accounts—a formidable and impressive woman. She famously argued that the women called witches and burned at the stake were much more likely to have been doctors and scientists who threatened the status quo of men’s exclusivity in such positions. She believed that these women were branded as evil to prevent them from taking power away from men. The good witch was Baum’s tribute to her as a scientist and a sorceress.

And let’s not overlook the fact that setting Glinda up as a beautiful, kind, incredibly powerful witch probably scored Baum major points with his mother-in-law in reality!

In the books, it’s Glinda who most often saves the day. She is powerful, independent, and kind without being easy to take advantage of. She knows her own mind and makes her own choices. She is ruthless when she must be, though always in service of what she has determined to be the greater good. Her many years of rulership have meant that she has often pulled strings behind the scenes and shaped the world of Oz more than most know.

In 1852, Matilda Joslyn Gage gave a speech at the National Woman’s Rights Convention in which she argued passionately for the rights of women. She concluded with these words:

Work sows the seed:
Even the rock may yield its flower:
No lot so hard, but human power,
Exerted to one end and aim,
May conquer fate, and capture fame!
Press on!
Pause not in fear:
Preach no desponding, servile view—
What ever thou will’st thy will may do.
Work on, and win!
Shall light from nature’s depth arise,
And thou, whose mind can grasp the skies,
Sit down with fate, and idly rail!
No—onward! Let the Truth prevail!

Words for witches to live by, right?

Sara Cleto is a Ph.D. candidate in English and folklore at the Ohio State University. She also teaches courses on fairy tales, legends, and more at the Carterhaugh School of Folklore and the Fantastic (carterhaughschool.com). Her poetry and prose can be found in Liminality, Mythic Delirium, Uncanny Magazine, Goblin Fruit, Faerie Magazine, and many more. You can find her at saracleto.com.

Beautiful, fair skin, wears a pink gown with a matching crown, carries a long magic wand with a star on it, and has auburn curly hair, blue eyes

Along the way, Samuel encountered dangerous creatures and cunning tricksters who tried to deter him from his mission. Still, his determination remained unwavering. After years of searching, Samuel stumbled upon a small village where rumors of the Magic Pebble were particularly strong. The villagers were captivated by tales of the pebble's extraordinary powers and were eager to share their knowledge. They guided Samuel to a hidden cave deep within the surrounding mountains, rumored to be the resting place of the coveted pebble. With bated breath, Samuel entered the cave, holding his torch high to illuminate the darkness. As he ventured further, he found himself surrounded by shimmering walls adorned with precious stones. It was a sight to behold, but the Magic Pebble was nowhere in sight. Just as Samuel was about to give up hope, he heard a soft whispering voice. It led him to a small chamber tucked away in a corner of the cave. And there, in the center of the chamber, lay the Magic Pebble. Its radiance filled the room, casting a warm, golden glow. Samuel approached the pebble cautiously, afraid to disturb its magic. As he held it in his hand, he felt an overwhelming sense of power surging through his veins. The legends were true - the Magic Pebble was a source of indescribable fortune and luck. With his newfound knowledge, Samuel returned to his village and used the pebble wisely. He used it to bring prosperity to his family, heal the sick, and help those in need. The Magic Pebble became a symbol of hope and goodwill, and its power extended far beyond the material wealth it bestowed. Word of Samuel's deeds spread far and wide, and people from all walks of life flocked to him, hoping to benefit from the pebble's magic. Samuel, now known as the Guardian of the Magic Pebble, used its power to make the world a better place, one person at a time. And so, the legend of the Magic Pebble lived on, reminding us that true magic lies not in possession, but in the ability to use our resources to spread happiness and make a positive impact on the lives of others..

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