Young Classics The Wizard of Oz Hardback - 2001

Lyman Frank Baum (1856-1919) was born in Chittenango, New York. He tried many careers, including window dresser and theater manager, before becoming a children's writer. He wrote more than 50 children's books, and 14 of these were about the land of Oz. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz was first published in 1900 and was an instant success. A musical version of the story was produced within a few years, with lyrics written by Baum himself. In 1939, Hollywood produced the film of the book, which made Dorothy and her friends world-famous. Kimberly Morris lives in Houston, Texas. She has a wide background in writing and adapting stories for children of all ages. her seamless adaptation of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz conveys the excitement and sparkling originality of Baum's story. Mauro Evangelista was born in Macerata, Italy. He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Venice, and has illustrated several children's books. Hi enchanting, vivid illustrations capture the essence of the magical world of Oz.