The Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz
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Summary
A sensitively abridged version of the famous text that inspired the classic film is brought to life by stunning artwork - as well as 6 intricate full-page die-cut illustrations.
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The Wizard of Oz by L Frank Baum
A stylish new edition of the classic children's story is brought to live by incredible new illustrations which introduce you to familiar and lovable characters such as Lion and Tin Man as you join Dorothy and Toto on their journey to visit The Wizard of Oz. Dorothy lives on a farm in Kansas with her aunt and uncle and her little dog Toto. Suddenly, a violent storm transports Dorothy to the land of Oz. Her only means of getting home is to follow the famous yellow brick road to meet with the famous wizard. Along the way, she makes new friends and encounters both good fortune and danger. The original book was first published in 1900, and this new edition has a text specially adapted for younger readers which captures the excitement and drama in way that is accessible, easy to follow. The perfect introduction to the classic story for a new generation.
‘a real visual feast’ * Book Bag *
'This adaptation faithfully keeps the feel of the original for young readers while entrancing them with the beautiful black die-cut layers which reveal tantalising glimpses of the page below' * Parents in Touch *
'This adaptation faithfully keeps the feel of the original for young readers while entrancing them with the beautiful black die-cut layers which reveal tantalising glimpses of the page below' * Parents in Touch *
The American author L. Frank Baum (1856–1919) wrote over fifty books and is best known for The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, which became a musical before being adapted into one of the best-loved films of all time.
Olivier Latyk was born in 1976 in Strasbourg. He's been an illustrator for children's books for 10 years. He also designs toys and works for international press such as the New-York Times, Wall Street Journal, Boston Globe and many others.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781910277386 |
| ISBN 10 | 191027738X |
| Title | The Wizard of Oz |
| Author | L Frank Baum |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Quarto Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 2017-10-19 |
| Number of pages | 64 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |