The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Dover Children's Evergreen Classics)

ISBN: 0486291162

Author: Baum, L. Frank

Condition: Used

Experience the complete and unabridged edition of L. Frank Baums classic tale! Travel down the Yellow Brick Road with Dorothy, Toto, and their friends as they quest for the elusive Wizard of Oz and encounter surprises along the way!Since it was first published in 1900, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz has enchanted readers of all ages with its lovable characters, gentle humor, and quiet wisdom. This complete and unabridged edition of L. Frank Baum's beloved classic invites a new generation of readers to travel down that Yellow Brick Road with the delightful little girl from Kansas and her unusual friends.Dorothy, her little dog Toto, the Tin Woodman, Scarecrow, and the Cowardly Lion will charm boys and girls of today as much as they delighted children nearly a century ago as they set out on an exciting quest for the elusive Wizard of Oz. Along the way, they'll encounter the Wicked Witch of the West, the fantastic Winged Monkeys, the Queen of the Field Mice, the kind-hearted Munchkins, and other fanciful creatures.Reset in large, clear type and accompanied by 42 of W. W. Denslow's original illustrations, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is ready to whisk readers off once more on a marvelous flight of fancy.Explore a world of magic and adventure in one of the most popular children's books! Step into the whimsical and wonderful realm of Oz! Follow Dorothy and her loyal companions on their quest for The Wizard of Oz, discovering fantastical creatures along the way, from the kind-hearted Munchkins to the Winged Monkeys, Wicked Witch of the West, Queen of the Field Mice, and more! Classic characters you'll love! Be enchanted by the lovable characters, gentle humor, and quiet wisdom in this classic fantasy known as America's first great fairy tale. Travel down the Yellow Brick Road with Dorothy and Toto and meet her companions: the Tin Woodsman, Scarecrow, and the Cowardly Lion. Forty-two authentic illustrations! Experience first-hand W. W. Denslow's original black-and-white renderings preserved in this complete and unabridged edition. Read with ease, large and clear text! Enjoy reading The Wonderful Wizard of Oz with its large type size, perfect for both young readers just beginning to explore this timeless coming-of-age tale or longtime fans wanting to relive this American classic all over again!