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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

By L. Frank Baum
Series: Robert Ingpen Illustrated Classics
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is a classic tale where Dorothy, a young girl from Kansas, is swept away by a cyclone to the magical Land of Oz. As she journeys to meet the Wizard with her new friends—a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodman, and a Cowardly Lion—each of them seeks their heart's desire. Together, they encounter various challenges, learning about bravery, friendship, and self-discovery along the way.
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Format: Hardback
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You might like this book if you enjoy embarking on fantastical adventures filled with talking animals, magical lands, and richly imaginative characters. This enchanting classic explores the themes of friendship, courage, and discovering one's inner strengths, making it a timeless favourite among children and adults alike.

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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

On her journey to the Emerald City to seek out the mysterious Wizard and find a way back home, Dorothy encounters many endearing characters of whom the triumvirate of the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman and the Cowardly Lion prove lasting comrades. With 70 original illustrations by Robert Ingpen.

With over 70 full-colour original illustrations by award-winning Australian artist Robert Ingpen, this is The Wizard of Oz brilliantly depicted by the Wizard of Aus.

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The perfect gift for a young adventurer.

Share your beloved childhood stories with the next generation!

Robert Ingpen's illustrations beautifully capture the enchanting world of Oz, and his characterisations magically bring Dorothy, Toto, Scarecrow and the Tin-Man to life.

An iconic classic, The Wizard of Oz is a must-read for adults and children alike. Dorothy thinks she is lost forever when a terrifying tornado crashes through Kansas and whisks her and her dog, Toto, far away to the magical land of Oz. Dorothy must follow the yellow brick road to the Emerald City and find the wonderfully mysterious Wizard of Oz. Together with her companions the Tin Woodman, the Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion whom she meets on the way, Dorothy embarks on a strange and enchanting adventure.

A full-colour illustrated edition of one of the world's best loved stories.

'Ingpen's drawings are utterly compelling' Michael Morpurgo

Series: Robert Ingpen Illustrated Classics

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781913519650

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 May 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Welbeck Children's Books

Illustration: full color illustrations throughout

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 198.0mm

Height: 238.0mm

Weight: 940g

Pages: 192

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational L. Frank Baum Series: Robert Ingpen Illustrated Classics

About the Author

Lyman Frank Baum (1856-1919) was best known for his children's books, particularly The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and its sequels, numbering fourteen books in total. He also wrote many novels, short stories and poems. The 1939 adaptation of Baum's first Oz book has become one of the best loved films in cinema history. L. Frank Baum was born in Chittenango, New York, USA, and died in Hollywood, California, USA.

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