A beautiful book that finds each pop-up page bringing to life scenes from one of the greatest children's stories of all time. The story is told in minibooklets set onto each page; but it is the scale and artistry of the pop-ups that is awe-inspiring. An incredible whirling tornado whisks Dorothy off in the first page and the jaw-dropping effects just keep going. Each page is an aesthetic experience in itself including a stunning Emerald City centrefold (enhanced by looking through pair of green glassesl), a melting Wicked Witch, Glinda's castle and the fantastic sight of the humbug wizard floating away in his shiny green, gold, and blue hot-air balloon.
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How many times have you seen The Wizard of Oz on Television? How many times have you seen Judy Garland and her red shoes following the Yellow Brick Road? Can you remember the story, or do you just remember the film characters? Forget all those, and immerse yourself in this magnificent book. If you also have preconceptions about pop-up books, then forget those too. The original story was written by L Frank Baumand; this edition, created by Robert Sabuda, is a shorter version of the original story. The artwork, in the style of WW Denslow, the original artist, is exceptional, made up of prints created from cut blocks of linoleum.
Open up the first page and find Dorothy, with her uncle Henry, a farmer, and his wife Aunt Em on their farm in the cyclone belt of Kansas, USA. Watch the cyclone approach and see the house and its surroundings before they are transported (found over the page) to a "country of marvellous beauty", the land of Oz. Meet the munchkins, hear about the Wicked Witch of the East and be there when Dorothy finds the magical silver shoes, and the Witch of the North, before undertaking her journey on the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City, accompanied by her dog Toto. Dorothy joins up with a scarecrow, finds a tin woodman, and a cowardly lion, and with them makes her way through a great forest. The Emerald City comes into view (more easily appreciated when seen through the green spectacles provided) and Dorothy discovers Oz, the Great and Terrible. The amazing story unfolds and the travellers continue in their quest to find the Wicked Witch. Further adventures ensue, featuring flying monkeys, yellow Winkie slaves, the demise of the Wicked Witch, and soon, until eventually, as in all good stories, there is a happy ending when Dorothy returns home safely.
Recommend for children aged 6 years and over, this book is a modern take on a real classic, and it will make an excellent gift for book lovers everywhere.--Susan Naylor
About the Author
Robert Sabuda has established a name as an outstanding and imaginative creator of pop-up books with such popular titles as The Movable Mother Goose, The 42 Days of Christmas and Cookie Count.
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41 of 41 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Hardcover
On opening this book you become entranced by the amazing intricacy of the pop-up illustrations. The original story is told using the original illustrations but is brought to life in an amazing way. Each page has a large pop-up with the story told in its own little book within each page which itself has small pop-ups in it.
This book is expensive but it is to treasure. My 4 year old daughter loves the story and sits for ages just gazing at the scenes of the Emerald City, the hot air balloon etc. Adults and older children would easily get as much enjoyment from this book - just as I have.
This book is expensive but it is to treasure. My 4 year old daughter loves the story and sits for ages just gazing at the scenes of the Emerald City, the hot air balloon etc. Adults and older children would easily get as much enjoyment from this book - just as I have.
33 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I bought this book as a Christmas present for my 5- and 3-year olds. I read the reviews and thought it sounded good. I was confident it would be a nice book for them to explore a story I read and loved as a child.
Nothing I read here prepared me for the beauty it; when the parcel arrived from Amazon, I sat in amazement with this work of art, and completely lost track of time. The imagination used, not just for the illustrations but also for the way the story is told in little booklets, makes each turn of the page a delight. I cannot believe how much I underestimated the beauty of this book: when I showed it to my friends, they thought, without exception, that it must have cost at least £40.
One word of caution: I bought this for a 5-year old, but she isn't able to contain her excitement sufficiently to open and close the pages without damaging the pop-ups. It will have to be put aside until she's a little older and more capable of restraint.
If you're wavering, thinking of buying this book- DON'T! Buy it now, and keep it for years of pleasure to come.
20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I bought a copy of this on my last trip to the US, and I'm thrilled that it's now available for we Britons to buy. It's probably the nicest pop-up book I've seen, and does some really incredible things with this classic story right from the first page - which features a twirling whirlwind that leaps out at you! Obviously, the story is condensed, but each page has mini-pages within it, each with their own pop-ups to fill in the elements not shown on the main page. All in all, this technically dazzling book is a really wonderful way of enjoying Oz for young and old!
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By tobe
Format:Hardcover
this really is an "event" of a pop-up book! If you want to make sure your children think books are just as amazing as TV, this is the book to do it!
Truly stunning pop ups, and a well condensed version of the classic story of the Wizard of Oz leads to a magical present for five year olds and up to around 12 year old.
Simply gorgeous!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By Doug John
Format:Hardcover
I ordered this book for my daughter's 9th birthday. She had requested a pop-up book and it was tricky to find something that was appropriate for her age group. However, this book more than fits the bill - the paper engineering, design and artwork are exquisite and the little books within the main book also have pop-ups too which is an additional surprise. Needless to say, my daughter adores the book and has spent many hours studying the pop-up models. I have been so impressed that I have now ordered the "Alice in Wonderland" version.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
BUY 3 COPIES OF THIS TREASURE! ONE TO LOOK AT ONE TO KEEP AND ONE TO SHOW YOUR FRIENDS!THE PRINTING ARTWORK-SPARKLING TOUCHES OF COLOURED FOIL FROM PAGE 1 THE WHIRLWIND TWIRLS AND BOUNCES OUT AT YOU-LAND IN GLITTERING OZ LAND COLOURED SPECS READY TO WEAR!(ALL INCLUDED)EACH PAGE HAS DOUBLE/TRIPPLE FOLD OUT POP-UPS! RIGHT THROU TO MR. OZ FLOATING UP IN HIS GLITTERING BALOON.YOU WILL NOT BELIEVE ROBERT SABUDA'S RESPLENDANT POP-UP ART TILL YOU OPEN THE MAGICAL PAGES OF THIS WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ!A KNOCK OUT POP-UP BOOK OF ALL POP-UP BOOKS.BUY ONE FOR GRANNY TOO!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By tessa
Format:Hardcover
I had been recommended this book a long time ago and having looked in book shops found that the book looked amazing but the price at 19.99 was a bit steep. So spotting the great deal at half the retail price at 9.99 on amazon was a real lucky find. When i got my delivery which was incredibly fast and free, i had a sneak peek of the book which was for one of my daughters xmas presents and was astounded at the craftmanship and beauty of the book. This is a must have keepsake for any child who adores books, the detail is of a very high standard and well worth it. It is so pretty that i had to order the Alice in Wonderland version as well which is just as amazing. This is not your average pop up book it is for keeping out the way when not in use, as i could imagine it to be quite fragile. Overall an excellent book that you will read time and time again, and something very special to pass down from generation to generation.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Paul Debnam
Format:Hardcover
Thought the book looked a bit bulky at first but open it up and the most incredable tornado springs out of the first page, each page has a wonderful centre piece pop up. and every page of the book (which are smaller pages either side of the main popup) has some kind of smaller pop up. some of the things that emerge out of the book, such as the hot air balloon, are pretty impressive, and they all fold away very well. very good book.. got it as a present for my daughter but had to stop myself playing with it in case i wore it out.
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Great fan of these books
My son loves the Alice in Wonderland version of these pop up books, and this book is just as good. So intricate in details. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Propershopper
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You will never look at books the same again after experiencing this...
I have bought this book as a result of buying Alice in Wonderland pop up book which we so enjoyed. i will repeat for this book what i wrote for that as the same applies! Read more
Published 5 months ago by Panda
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stunning
Love Robert Sabuda books and have recommended to so many people and also bought as presents. Great value and people think you've spent much more than you really have! Read more
Published 5 months ago by Kat
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Beautiful book
I have bought this book for one of my adult daughters as it is so lovely, even the little 'booklets' with the story have small pop-ups and the main pages are spectacular! Read more
Published 6 months ago by JanyB
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Awesomeness
This is a beautifully crafted pop-up book that surprises you page after page. I have a few of Robert Sabuda's pop-up books and this is definitely one of the best. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Gem
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Nice book, print quality not great
As I had previously bought Sabuda's Alice in Wonderland for my God-daughter and was so greatly impressed by it, I thought I would buy this for myself partly as a means of... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Stevieboy
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Amazing
I bought this book for my 3 year old, but am tempted to keep it for myself!! It is amazing & I can't stop looking at it. Read more
Published 11 months ago by clare.f.jones@btinternet.com
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Wizard of Oz must have!!
Great book!! A must have for anyone who loves The Wizard Of Oz. I bought a copy years ago and recently my niece took a shine to it. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Pen Name
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Wonderful Wizard Sabuda
We now have three of Robert Sabuda's beautiful pop-up books: this one, Alice in Wonderland and Narnia. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Ulysses the Great
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This is a really lovely book almost too good to give to a child!
I bought this book for my 9 year old daughter who is a big wizard of oz fan. This is a really lovely book with very intricate pop-up pages that are so well crafted. Read more
Published 19 months ago by busy mother
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