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A lively and charming adaptation of the quintessential American fairytale. Caballero's black-and-white art uses clean lines, bold blacks and pleasingly variegated panel layouts to breathe fresh vigor into Baum's timeless classic. The storyline moves briskly while staying mostly faithful to the original text, though purists might cavil at the telescoping of Dorothy's admittedly redundant journey to Glinda's castle. The real delight here is the re-imagining of beloved characters for the 21st century, ironically reminiscent of Baum's own prairie populism. These Munchkins are no outre Art Deco midgets, but as friendly and familiar as Wal-Mart shoppers. The Tin Man becomes a genial robot with a buzz-saw appendage, and the Scarecrow a likable homeboy. Generous, openhearted Dorothy herself is clearly on the cusp of adolescence, spunky and self-reliant in her boot-cut jeans and Wonder Girl bracelets; and her magical silver shoes (no glittery ruby pumps here!) look comfortable and sturdy, far more sensible for the long trek down the Yellow Brick Road. By no means a substitute for the original, but certainly a worthy companion, and well able to stand on its own. (Graphic novel. 8+) --Kirkus Reviews
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A new edition of this classic tale about Dorothy's adventures in the land of Oz
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Orothy lived in the midst of the great Kansas prairies, with Uncle Henry, who was a farmer, and Aunt Em, who was the farmer's wife. Read the first page
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Orothy lived in the midst of the great Kansas prairies, with Uncle Henry, who was a farmer, and Aunt Em, who was the farmer's wife. Read the first page
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This classic among children's books tells the story of how Dorothy and her dog Toto find their way back to Kansas from a distant, unknown land. It is truly delightful from beginning to end and will surely be loved and enjoyed by readers of all ages, not just children. The story is told in a simple, yet beautiful way and will grip the reader to the last page with Dorothy and Toto's wild adventures. From the sad story of the Winged Monkeys to the walk across the "Dainty China Country", it is a good start for any young bookworm and a charming read for any adult.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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There are great life lessons in this book for adults and children. I like to see the search for courage and a heart etc as a lesson in not looking outside for these things, but remembering instead that they can be found inside us all. We all have hearts, courage and brains etc to use. Slipping to a more child like level ;-), the kids loved this book. The characters are great and clean, and the book is written in an easy style that will captivate them for quite a while. At this price, you can't really grumble either!
22 of 27 people found the following review helpful
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If you are like me and saw the film a hundred times before reading the book then The Wizard of Oz probally conjures up images of singing munchkins and technicolored campness where even the wicked witch of the west isn't all that scary. The book is completely different- if not for its lack of "colour" then its more meandering plot. The main elements of the book were kept for the film- ie dorothy's quest home, her three friends, munchkins, emerald city etc. However, if the book is interpretated as an allegory or certain themes meant to represent those in Baum's contempory world there a certain key elements missed out in the film which exist in the book. The emerald city in the book looks green because everyone in it has to wear green glasses whilst it is just the same colour as any normal city. There is a sense here of people seeing things they are told to see which complements the dream-like surrealness of the story.
Those who like the film's possible meanings should read the book as it seems more complex and ambigious. However, if it is just the spectacle of the film you enjoy the book can seem rather grey and disjointed
Those who like the film's possible meanings should read the book as it seems more complex and ambigious. However, if it is just the spectacle of the film you enjoy the book can seem rather grey and disjointed
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This edition is not illustrated
The Oxford Children's Classics edition is not illustrated. This is a great shame, because I bought it to read to my small daughter after she watched the film, and the edition I had... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Arachne202
Very Good for Kinds and Adults!
I had never read this book before. I'd seen the movie in italian 4 times or more.
But I'm really curious, so I bought it... Read more
But I'm really curious, so I bought it... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Aly
A Great Story for Kids!
I have beem delighted with both the quality of the story itself - its warmth,its good nature and its vivid,innocent imagination - and the actual material quality of the product -... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Richard Wiermann
The classic American children's book
We are all familiar with 'The Wizard of Oz' from seeing the famous film. But the book is much better than the film. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Paul Jeffels
A Modern Fairy Tale
Excellent book that highlighted many topics of the day: gold standard, oil, farmers, factory workers, opium and William Jennings Bryan. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Mr. S. P. Crawshaw
Wizard
I bought this book for my granddaughter who is 8yrs and she loves it the size is just right to handle the words are clear even though the book is quite small.
Published 22 months ago by J. Davies
Good value
The cover is plain, but the price was excellent. It does the job it is supposed to do, tell the wonderful story of the Wizard of Oz.What more can I say.
Published 24 months ago by Maria
Great book
The story is a fantastic journey into the Land of Oz, and gives the reader more details that any film can give. This book gives more incite into all the main characters. Read more
Published on 9 Feb 2010 by Callum Rudd
Somewhere over the rainbow...
L Frank Baum was born in New York state in 1856, and grew up on a luxurious country estate called 'Rose Lawn'. Read more
Published on 27 Jan 2010 by Craobh Rua
A Classic and Timeless Story
This classic and timeless story was the inspiration behind my own book. I love the characters, I love what they say and I love the story. Read more
Published on 13 Jan 2010 by W. Dashwood-quick
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