The
Annotated Wizard of Oz: A Centennial Edition
An updated version of the definitive guide, The Annotated Wizard of
Oz provides a facsimile color version of the first edition of L. Frank
Baum's children's classic along with extensive notes and a thorough history
of the immense Oz project. In his excellent introduction, Michael Patrick
Hearn describes the author's early life and interests and the development
of his collaboration with W.W. Denslow, the original illustrator for his
books... Amazon.com
Hardcover
Publisher: W.W. Norton & Company; Revised edition
(October 16, 2000)
The
Wonderful Wizard of Oz
by L. Frank Baum, W. W. Denslow (Illustrator)
Reading level: Ages 9-12
For many of us, the adventures of Dorothy in Oz will forever be associated
not with Judy Garland singing "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" but with W.
W. Denslow's exceedingly odd line drawings for the original editions of
Baum's Oz series. The Viennese artist Lisbeth Zwerger, however, goes a
long way toward providing a new and refreshed set of images for the Tin
Man, the Cowardly Lion, and the humbug wizard. These illustrations are
often cockeyed, with occasional realistic details thrown in, like a crow
with a corncob in its beak in the first portrait of the Scarecrow. The
characters have a poignance and oddity that escaped the makers of the Oz
movie. Amazon.com
Paperback
Publisher: New American Library; Reissue edition (November 1984)
The
Wonderful Wizard of Oz: A Commemorative Pop-up
by L. Frank Baum, Robert Sabuda (Illustrator)
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the publication of L. Frank
Baum's The Wizard of Oz, master paper engineer Robert Sabuda has created
a pop-up version of Dorothy's adventures in Oz that fans will find hard
to resist. Modeling his depictions of Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman,
and the rest after W. W. Denslow's original art, Sabuda adds a third dimension
that would have rocked Denslow's--and Baum's--world. A rapidly spinning
cyclone actually casts a breeze over the startled reader's face. Glorious
red poppies wave seductively in a field. And the Emerald City positively
glitters with green, especially when young readers try on the special tinted
"Spectacles for You" provided in a pocket on the page. The abridged text,
provided in minibooklets set onto each page, covers enough basics for the
Oz novice, but we recommend a read-aloud of the original, as well, for
all the glory and detail of Baum's fantastic tale. Sabuda's homage to the
classic is truly spectacular; even purists will gasp in delight at the
sight of the humbug wizard floating away in his shiny green, gold, and
blue hot-air balloon. This great introduction to the story of Oz doubles
as a fun collector's item. (Ages 3 to 7) --Emilie Coulter - Amazon.com
100
Years of Oz : A Century of Classic Images from the Wizard of Oz Collection
of Willard Carroll
by John Fricke et al.
The Wizard of Oz bears the remarkable distinction of being a perennial
favorite in both book and movie form, the former for a solid century. Since
the first Wizard of Oz book appeared just as the American merchandising
machine was swinging into full gear, the characters of Oz have also been
immortalized in a century's worth of memorabilia. In 100 Years of Oz, John
Fricke takes the reader through the remarkable history of L. Frank Baum's
creation, lavishly illustrating the progression with pieces from Willard
Carroll's Oz collection. This collection is in itself a stunning monument
to one man's obsession, albeit a charming one. Once you get past the sheer
enormity of the accumulation, though, the individual pieces themselves
are well worth a look. They range from the expected, such as dolls and
comic books, to themed peanut butter and "hangers from the Merrie Land
of Oz." Posters, ads, and jacket covers from the many stage, film, and
book versions of the Oz series from all over the world are also included
and make for more lovely eye candy. 100 Years of Oz is the perfect gift
for hardcore Wizard aficionados, but it also gives the casual fan plenty
to ogle, as well as a new appreciation of just how enduring this classic
series has been. --Ali Davis - Amazon.com
Hardcover
Publisher: Stewart, Tabori & Chang; (November 1999)
The Wizardry of Oz : The Artistry and Magic of the 1939 MGM Classic
Publisher: Random House Value Pub; (October 1999)
ASIN: 0517203332
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Story & Songs Of The Wizard Of Oz - Special Edition: Original Motion
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Wizard Of Oz (1988 London Cast) Soundtrack, Harold Arlen, E. Y. Harburg,
Audio CD
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Wizard Of Oz In Concert: A Benefit Performance For The Children's Defense
Fund (1996 Lincoln Center Cast) Soundtrack, Harold Arlen, E. Y. Harburg,
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Wizard Of Oz: 1998 Cast Recording (Madison Square Garden Cast), Soundtrack,
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