Little Wizard Stories of Oz (Esprios Classics): Illustrated - Softcover

Baum, L. Frank

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798210211118

Verlag: Blurb, 2025

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Lyman Frank Baum (May 15, 1856 - May 6, 1919) was an American author best known for his children's books, particularly The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and its sequels. He wrote 14 novels in the Oz series, plus 41 other novels (not including four lost, unpublished novels), 83 short stories, over 200 poems, and at least 42 scripts. He made numerous attempts to bring his works to the stage and screen; the 1939 adaptation of the first Oz book became a landmark of 20th-century cinema. Born and raised in upstate New York, Baum moved west after an unsuccessful stint as a theater producer and playwright. He and his wife opened a store in South Dakota and he edited and published a newspaper. They then moved to Chicago, where he worked as a newspaper reporter and published children's literature, coming out with the first Oz book in 1900. While continuing his writing, among his final projects he sought to establish a movie studio focused on children's films in Los Angeles, California.

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Lyman Frank Baum (1856-1919) was an American author best known for The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and its subsequent series of books. Born in Chittenango, New York, Baum explored various careers in theater, retail, and journalism before achieving success as a writer. His breakthrough came in 1900 with the publication of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, a book that became one of the most iconic works of American children's literature. The novel introduced the magical land of Oz and characters such as Dorothy, the Tin Man, and the Scarecrow, establishing Baum as a key figure in fantasy literature.Baum was a prolific writer, producing over 50 books across different genres, but the Oz series, consisting of 14 novels, remains his most influential work. His writing was deeply shaped by his love of fantasy and desire to offer children a world of imagination and adventure. Many of his stories included progressive themes, such as gender equality, with strong, central female characters. His work celebrated creativity, optimism, and the power of imagination, making a lasting impact on young readers.In addition to his literary career, Baum was active in political causes, particularly advocating for women's suffrage and social reforms. He also ventured into the film industry, working as a screenwriter and producer. Baum's Oz series has been adapted into numerous films, television shows, and stage productions, solidifying his legacy as a central figure in American fantasy literature and popular culture.

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• Verlag: Blurb
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 13: 9798210211118
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 62
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