The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
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4.4 • 11.8K Ratings
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Publisher Description
An Apple Books Classic edition.
You’ve seen the iconic 1939 movie, but do you know about the talking field mice, the Winkies, and the Witch of the North that appear in the original book? L. Frank Baum’s beloved classic - the first title in the Oz series - is more complex and intricate than the movie, but just as colorful and fun. The story features a large cast of enchanting characters and a thrilling heroic quest.
Upon the book’s release in 1900, Baum wrote, “It aspires to be a modernized fairy tale, in which the wonderment and joy are retained and the heart-aches and nightmares are left out.” Mission accomplished. Readers of all ages immediately fell in love with the story, demanding sequels, and Baum obliged, penning more than a dozen installments before his death in 1919.
Customer Reviews
Timeless
I enjoyed my time with this book. It was very fun and silly. The characters were all lovable. I can understand how this book got so many sequels & movies. The tale is timeless and can be enjoyed no matter the decade.
Outstanding
Love the movie but the book beats it hands down.
Wow...
This book is pretty good. I wanted to read it because I am in our school play, The Wizard of Oz. The movie is fantastic, but VERY DIFFERENT. This is probably one time where I would say the movie is better than the book, but the book I'd definitely worth reading. I enjoyed reading it! (in 4 hours! Lol)