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The Wicked Witch of the West is depicted with classic witch-like features: a vivid green complexion, decaying teeth, a black dress, a pointed hat and chin, and long, messy fingernails.

Wicked offers a modern twist on the story of witchcraft, presenting the concept of witches with a level of irony not found in earlier versions. According to Maguire, the term "witch" is a societal ...

On a day in early autumn, Dorothy’s group arrives in Red Windmill at the soldiers’ camp, where they receive a warm greeting. Elphaba sends Killyjoy and his pack of kin to lead them to the ...

The Witch cries out that everything she loves, Dorothy kills. She accuses her of being the third Adept, conscripted by Madame Morrible. Dorothy again says she does not know what the Witch is ...

Discussion of themes and motifs in Gregory Maguire's Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West. eNotes critical analyses help you gain a deeper understanding of Wicked: The Life ...

Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West reimagines the world of Oz, focusing on the backstory of Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West.The story begins in Munchkinland, where a ...

Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West Lesson Plans and Activities to help you teach Gregory Maguire's work. eNotes Lesson Plans are written, tested, and approved by teachers.

As Elphaba and Glinda head to the Emerald City, seven members of the "charmed circle" go to the Philosophy Club: Boq; Avaric, Crope, Tibbett, Fiyero, Shenshen, and Pfannee.

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