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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Painted Editions)

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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Painted Editions) by L. Frank Baum is a classic tale that follows a young girl named Dorothy, who is swept away from her Kansas home by a cyclone. Along with her dog Toto, she embarks on a magical journey through the Land of Oz to find the Wizard who can help her return home. Along the way, she befriends a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodman, and a Cowardly Lion, each seeking something different from the Wizard.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by enchanting adventures that whisk you away to magical lands filled with curious characters. This classic tale combines elements of fantasy and friendship, offering readers an engaging escape that has delighted audiences for generations. If you're drawn to imaginative storytelling with timeless appeal, this edition, enhanced by artwork, could be particularly rewarding.

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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Painted Editions)

This beloved classic tale is now available in an exclusive collector's edition, featuring beautiful cover art from artist Laci Fowler and decorative interior pages, making it ideal for fiction lovers and book collectors alike.

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Featuring beautiful cover art from artist Laci Fowler, this exclusive collector's edition of L. Frank Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is a must-have for book lovers and fans of the Broadway show or film Wicked who want to know the original story that inspired their favourite adaptation. Journey down the Yellow Brick Road with Dorothy and friends in this magical coming-of-age novel.

Delighting readers for more than 120 years, this time-honoured classic is now available as a beautiful collector's edition.

Whether you're buying it as a gift or for yourself, this remarkable edition features:

  • A beautiful, high-end hardcover featuring Laci Fowler's distinctive hand-painted art
  • Embossed cover art and gold foiling
  • Decorative interior pages featuring pull quotes throughout
  • Matching ribbon marker and gold page edges
  • Part of a 4-volume collection including Frankenstein, The Great Gatsby, and The Return of Sherlock Holmes

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz:

  • Makes a great gift for teachers, professors, educators, or librarians
  • Is a great read aloud at bedtime for young readers or families
  • The perfect gift for holidays, birthdays, family celebrations, or other gift-giving occasions

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz follows Kansas farm girl Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto as a violent cyclone transports them to a faraway magical place called Oz, land of the Munchkins and witches. To make it home, Dorothy dons her famous slippers and must follow the Yellow Brick Road to seek help from the Great Wizard in the Emerald City. Soon she is joined by the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion, each on his own unique quest for a better self.

Exploring the time-honoured themes of good versus evil, the beauty of friendship, the value of self-sufficiency, and why home is where the heart is, this unique collector's edition presents L. Frank Baum's beloved tale of otherworldly adventures in a giftable new way.

Series: Harper Muse Classics: Painted Editions

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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Painted Editions) by L. Frank Baum has been praised for its enchanting illustrations that breathe new life into the classic story. Reviewers appreciate the vivid artwork that complements Baum's imaginative world, making it a delightful experience for both new readers and those familiar with the tale. This edition is noted for capturing the timeless charm of Dorothy's journey with a fresh visual appeal.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781401603908

Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 July 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Harper Muse

Contributors:

  • Other Laci Fowler

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 157.0mm

Height: 236.0mm

Weight: 471g

Pages: 176

About the Author

L. Frank Baum (1856-1919) published The Wonderful Wizard of Oz in 1900 and received enormous, immediate success. Baum went on to write seventeen additional novels in the Oz series. Today, he is considered the father of the American fairy tale. His stories inspired the 1939 classic film The Wizard of Oz, one of the most widely viewed movies of all time.Michael Sieben is a professional designer and illustrator, primarily within the sub-culture of skateboarding, whose work has been exhibited and reviewed worldwide as well as featured in numerous illustration anthologies. He is a staff writer and illustrator for Thrasher magazine, and a weekly columnist for VICE.com. He is also a founding member of Okay Mountain Gallery and Collective in Austin, Texas, as well as the cofounder of Roger Skateboards. The author of There's Nothing Wrong with You (Hopefully), he lives and works in Austin.

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