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The Royal Book of Oz
friends, behold in me a Knight who has never had a real adventure—never killed a dragon—nor championed a Lady—nor gone on a Quest!"
Dropping on his knees before the little girl, Sir Hokus took her hand. "Let me go with you on this
Quest for the valiant Scarecrow. Let me be your good Knight!" he begged eagerly.
"Good night," coughed the Cowardly Lion, who, to tell the truth was feeling a bit jealous. But Dorothy was thrilled, and as Sir Hokus continued to look at
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