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The Wizard of Oz: Puffin Classics

Autor L. Frank Baum Ilustrat de David McKee
en Limba Engleză Hardback – 5 sep 2019 – vârsta până la 12 ani
A stunningly beautiful hardback edition of the most famous journey in the world.

Follow the yellow brick road!

Dorothy thinks she is lost forever when a terrifying tornado crashes through Kansas and whisks her and her dog, Toto, far away to the magical land of Oz. To get home Dorothy must follow the yellow brick road to Emerald City and find the wonderfully mysterious Wizard of Oz. Together with her companions the Tin Woodman, the Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion whom she meets on the way, Dorothy embarks on a strange and enchanting adventure.

Also in Puffin Clothbound Classics:
9780241411148 Black Beauty
9780241411155 Dracula
9780241411162 The Secret Garden
9780241411193 A Christmas Carol
9780241411216 Treasure Island
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Specificații

ISBN-13: 9780241411209
ISBN-10: 0241411203
Pagini: 187
Ilustrații: b & w line
Dimensiuni: 135 x 200 x 22 mm
Greutate: 0.27 kg
Editura: Penguin Books
Seriile Puffin Classics, Puffin Clothbound Classics

Locul publicării:London, United Kingdom

Notă biografică

Frank L. Baum (1856-1919) was born in New York. He enjoyed making up stories, particularly for his own children. The Wizard of Oz, based on their favourite bedtime story about a land of Oz, was published in 1900 and it immediately became a huge international success. He wrote several sequels and numerous other kinds of books under a pseudonym.

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“We’re off to see the Wizard! The wonderful Wizard of Oz!” Rediscover L. Frank Baum's timeless children’s classic that has charmed readers for generations in this gorgeous leather collector’s edition.
Readers of all ages will follow the Yellow Brick Road in this unforgettable and colorful journey that takes us from Dorothy’s gray Kansas home into the blue Munchkin land; from the sparkling bejeweled Emerald City to the dark, foreboding forest; and finally, to the ruby-red throne room of Glinda the Good Witch. Join the found family of Dorothy and Toto, Scarecrow, the Cowardly Lion, and the Tin Woodman as they journey through the wonderful land of Oz.
This leather collector’s edition of The Wizard of Oz features:
  • A beautifully designed leather-bound book with foiling on the cover and a ribbon marker
  • A child-friendly retelling that remains faithful to L. Frank Baum's original text
  • illustrations by renowned artist Charles Santore, the critically-acclaimed illustrator of multiple classic tales, including The Night Before Christmas, The Velveteen Rabbit, The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit, and Aesop's Fables
  • Is a wonderful gift for young readers during the holidays or for birthdays
Charles Santore’s works has been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children’s stories, including The Little Mermaid, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, and Snow White.