The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

By L. Frank Baum

Book Overview

Journey to the spectacular land of Oz with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz This classic tale from L. Frank Baum has enchanted readers for over a century.

With this paperback edition featuring the original illustrations by W.W. Denslow, new readers will learn the power of the phrase "There is no place like home."

Follow the adventures of young Dorothy Gale and her dog, Toto, as their Kansas house is swept away by a cyclone and they find themselves in a strange land called Oz. Here she meets the Munchkins and joins the Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion on an unforgettable journey to the Emerald City, where lives the all-powerful Wizard of Oz.

Their journey to the Emerald City will test them in ways they never imagined. Can a girl who is lost, a Scarecrow without a brain, a Tin Woodman without a heart, and a Lion without courage truly help one another?

Found Family: A girl who wants to go home, a Scarecrow who longs for a brain, a Tin Woodman who craves a heart, and a Lion who needs courage discover they are strongest when they are together.The Yellow Brick Road: Follow the legendary path through the vibrant, and sometimes dangerous, Land of Oz on a quest to find the one person who can supposedly help them.A Classic Fairy Tale: Experience the timeless story that has captivated generations, a modernized fairy tale where wonder and joy are retained, and heartaches are left out.Original Illustrations: This beautiful paperback edition brings the story to life with the original, iconic illustrations by W.W. Denslow that have defined these characters for over 100 years.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0688166776
• ISBN13: 9780688166779
• Release Date: August 2001
• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.7" x 7.7"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7

Customer Reviews

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Not the book I thought I ordered. It looks totally different than what was displayed. Also, in the description the copyright is 1993 the books copyright is 2023. There is a price on the book of $1.00 but I paid $7.09 and it looks like a 3rd grade reader book. Not sure if buying through you is the best option. I have doubts.

Not as advertised

I know the image does not always match the actual book that is received but when the title is a very specific, illustrated, interactive edition, and the price is seemingly appropriate i do expect something more than a standard kids picture book. I was VERY disappointed with this particular purchase, though in general I love this site.

Not acceptable condition

Permanent marker all over back cover and title page, front cover has several large gouges across the front. Multiple pages scribbled in marker and crayons. Paid $10. Barely worth the $1.00 written on back cover in Permanent ink. Will not be shopping here again

Wrong book

Didn’t receive the book I ordered, completely different version. I wouldn’t loved to read and cherish the book I ordered but unfortunately I got an abridged, short picture book. Very disappointed

Not the full story

I ordered this thinking I was getting the wonderful wizard of oz, instead I received a “condensed” kohl’s department store version. It’s in like new condition so I can’t really complain. Although I paid basically full price (according to the price tag on the back) for a used book. This one was disappointing to say the least

Ordered this edition but received a different edition with a different illustrator that has few pict

I’m bummed because I ordered this edition and the one I received is illustrated by a different person. Still the same story but not with original illustrations. It has very few pictures. I also ordered “Very Good Condition” and it has very bright obvious orange stains. Disappointed and lost my trust for ordering books on here.

Not the book i wanted, its a 90 page adaptation for small children. I wanted the classic book.

Not the book i needed

This is for the Sandy Creek edition

That edition was published in 2009. It is impossible to buy an 1854 edition of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz because Frank L. Baum was born in 1856. The book was first published in 1900.

A small book

I bought this book for my hubby he used to read this book as a child. He likes it

the wizard of Oz

the book is good quality but the movie and the book are different but I'm happy with this order.

It's my wife's favorite movie

My wife loved it

A reader and an uncle

I have not found a more beautifuly illustrated book yet, in any genre of book. This book is marvelous! This is the Wizard of Oz book to own. The pictures are very different from the movie, but incredibly beautiful and enchanting. The realistic and fantasy lighting in this book is beyond description, its the very best of any chilrens book I have ever seen. My mother gave me this book when I was a child and I have cherished it ever since. The story could not be presented in a more complimentary and beautiful way, its wonderful. I recommend this to anyone, parents, child, or single adult, the book is wonderful! It may be hard to find, but it is well worth it. This book will teach its readers and viewers to aprechiate great art.

A Superb All-Round Wonderful Wizard

This well-illustrated version of The Wizard of Oz is what I regard as a definitive gift-book edition of the story. Santore's superb illustrations speak for themselves and serve as vivid and real pictorial depictions of Baum's enchanting fantasy world. In addition, the carefully-condensed text flows so smoothly that the story moves ever vforward, without the transient episodes, that it does not seem lacking at all. I know that some readers might find the story lacking with omissions and such, but it is not a serious problem because the essence is still there. In short, a superb book for any fan of Oz, and any new readers encountering this world for the first time.

The Wonderful Wizard - A Wonderful Classic & Must Have Book!

From the time I learned to read until my preteen years my favorite books were L. Frank Baum's Oz Books. I was an extremely avid reader but, for me, no other stories could compare with the magical world that Baum created. His characters and their adventures fueled my childhood fantasies like no others. In turn, these books became favorites of my daughter's. And this book, "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" is the one that started it all.As most folks know, an enormous cyclone suddenly hit young Dorothy Gale's home in Kansas, resulting in the extraordinary transportation of said home, girl and dog across time and space to the wondrous land of Oz. The house fell on a wicked witch and killed her, with dire future consequences for Dorothy and Company. Dorothy is directed to travel to the Emerald City to ask the Wizard of Oz to help her return to Kansas. On the way, she meets and befriends a Scarecrow (who desires brains), a Tin Woodman (who craves a heart), and a Lion (who wants to possess courage). And thus the famous adventures begin, which have been translated into many languages for children around the world. If there was ever a classic children's book - this is it.Baum's narrative honors the ideals of home, heart, intellect, and courage. He introduces the reader to wizards, witches, winged monkeys, the Munchkins, and the beloved characters who have become cultural icons: Dorothy, Toto, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion. This edition features W. W. Denslow's illustrations, the original art that graced Baum's books, and my favorites.This is a wonderful, non-abridged edition of one of the best stories ever told. Highest recommendations!JANA

One of the Best!

I borrowed this book from a library one time and I loved it! It was really fun to read and it was different from the movie in parts. They go to different lands like China Town where the whole land is made of China! I would highly recommend borrowing or even buying this book! All ages and genders would love it!