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Elphie: A Wicked Childhood (B&N Exclusive Edition)

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We've seen the musical, watched the movie, and re-read the original novel dozens of times. Finally, this is the origin story we've all been waiting for. Get to know the girl behind the witch in this dazzling coming-of-age tale.

This Barnes & Noble Exclusive Edition features unique stenciled edges, a designed case stamp, color illustrated endpapers, and a ribbon marker.

What happened to young Elphaba before her witchy powers took hold in Wicked? Almost 30 years after the publication of the original novel, for the first time Gregory Maguire reveals the story of prickly young Elphie, the future Wicked Witch of the West—setting the stage for the blockbuster international phenomenon that is Wicked: The Musical.

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