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Un cyclone a emporté Dorothée et son chien Toto dans une bien curieuse contrée, où les sorcières existent et où les animaux parlent. Mais son oncle et sa tante vont s'inquiéter : il faut qu'elle rentre chez elle ! Accompagnée d'un Épouvantail sans cervelle, d'un Bûcheron en Fer-Blanc et d'un Lion Poltron, la fillette se lance à la recherche du Grand Magicien d'Oz, le seul capable d'exaucer tous les voeux. Ensemble, parviendront-ils à relever les défis qui les attendent ?
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
L. Frank Baum
- Saga egmont
- Svenska Ljud Classica
- 20 Octobre 2020
- 9789176393673
"True courage is in facing danger when you are afraid..." Dorothy is in a bit of a pickle. Her house has been swept away in a vicious tornado with just herself and her dog inside, and when she walks out the front door again, she finds that she is not in Kansas anymore. She is in the mysterious lands of Oz. Along with her new friends, a scarecrow, a tin man, and a lion, she sets out to find the Wizard, who is said to know how to get her home. But the Wicked Witch of the West has other plans for her. Inspired in part by 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland', `The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' (1900) is one of the most beloved children's books of all time. It is highly associated with the iconic 1939 movie adaptation staring Judy Garland in which she sings the Oscar-winning song "Over the Rainbow".
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Totalement inédits en Français, les livres 3 et 4 du Cycle d'Oz.Retrouvez Dorothy dans de nouvelles aventures... Dans Ozma du Pays d'Oz, Dorothy, en compagnie de la poule Billina, est projetée par-dessus bord alors qu'elle se rendait en Australie. Elle échoue sur les mystérieuses rives du pays d'Ev où elle fera la connaissance de Tik-Tok, le sympathique Homme mécanique, mais aussi celle des Nomes, une tribu d'êtres disgracieux qui lui donneront bien du fil à retordre. Heureusement, la princesse Ozma et les trois légendaires compagnons de Dorothy viendront au secours de la fillette et de la famille royale d'Ev... Traduit de l'anglais (États-Unis) par Anne-Sylvie Homassel Dans Dorothy et le Magicien au Pays d'Oz, un tremblement de terre empêche Dorothy d'arriver à destination et la précipite dans l'étrange contrée des Mangaboos... celle des hommes-légumes ! C'est là qu'elle reverra son cher Magicien, épaulé par une armée de porcelets. On ne vous dira rien en revanche sur les gargouilles de bois et les invisibles habitants de la Vallée de Voe... Traduit de l'anglais (États-Unis) par Blandine Longre Plongez à nouveau dans l'univers débridé et fantasque de L. Frank Baum, jamais très éloigné de celui de Lewis Carroll. Décidément, le pays d'Oz n'est jamais de tout repos !
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A young baby named Claus is found abandoned in a forest. Claus is taken in by Ak, the Master Woodsman of the World and a wood nymph named Necile and has a happy upbringing away from other humans. When Claus moves away, he gains a reputation for kindness towards children, and starts carving toys to give them. The evil Agwas steal the toys as they are stopping the children from misbehaving, forcing Claus to enter homes through chimneys to deliver his gifts. There are plenty more adventures in store for Claus before he becomes Santa Claus, in this delightful festive children's story from renowned author L. Frank Baum.
Lyman Frank Baum (1856 - 1919) was a prolific and well-known American writer. He is best known for his famous series of modern fairy tales set in the imaginary land of Oz. The first of the books, `The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' is widely considered to be the first true American fairy tale and was the basis for the hugely popular 1939 classic musical `The Wizard of Oz' starring Judy Garland. Born and raised in New York, Baum held a range of jobs including as a poultry farmer, clerk, and storekeeper before pursuing his talent for writing at the age of 41. He wrote 14 novels in the Oz series, as well as over 40 other novels and over 80 short stories. He died in California in 1919. -
Pour la première fois en français, l'intégrale en six tomes du Cycle d'Oz, l'oeuvre culte de L. Frank Baum. Le Magicien d'Oz raconte l'histoire de Dorothy, une petite fille qui vit au Kansas chez son oncle et sa tante. Emportée par un cyclone avec son chien Toto, elle se retrouve dans un étrange pays où, avec l'aide de compagnons un peu bizarres - un épouvantail, un homme en fer-blanc et un lion froussard -, elle va affronter non seulement une sorcière particulièrement cruelle, mais aussi des tigres, des singes volants, des loups affamés, une araignée géante...Le Merveilleux Pays d'Oz est la suite du Magicien d'Oz. Le lecteur y fait la rencontre de Tip, un jeune garçon contraint de servir la sorcière Mombi et qui finit par s'échapper avec Jack, un drôle de bonhomme en bois à tête de citrouille. Ensemble, ils vont s'aventurer dans une contrée merveilleuse et affronter de nombreuses épreuves. Tout le monde connaît Le Magicien d'Oz, d'abord par le roman de L. Frank Baum paru en 1900, puis par le film de Victor Fleming (1939). En revanche, on sait moins que Baum donna une suite aux aventures de Dorothy et de ses compagnons - et quelle suite ! Plus de dix volumes parus entre 1900 et 1919, dont nous commençons la publication inédite et intégrale, illustrée par Stéphane Levallois.
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Le cycle d'Oz t.3 ; la cité d'émeraude d'Oz
L. Frank Baum
- Le cherche-midi
- 9 Novembre 2015
- 9782749148670
ENFIN LE RETOUR de Dorothy et ses compagnons au Pays d'Oz... RARETÉ ! Jusqu'ici inédite en Français, l'Intégrale du Cycle d'Oz, l'oeuvre culte de L. Frank Baum : ce troisième volume comprend les livres 5 et 6. Retrouvez Dorothy et ses compagnons au Pays d'Oz ! Dans
La Route d'Oz, Dorothy, non loin de la ferme du Kansas d'oncle Henry et de tante Em, croise l'Homme Hirsute, un vagabond qui cherche son chemin. C'est le point de départ de tout un périple qui commence alors pour les deux compagnons. En cours de route, ils rencontreront un petit garçon perdu, Bouton-Vif, et Polychrome, la Fille de l'Arc-en-ciel. Ils visiteront Goupilville et Âneville et feront la connaissance du Musicot avant d'être capturés par la tribu cannibale des Janivores. Mais ils parviendront à s'échapper et traverseront le désert mortel qui les sépare du Pays d'Oz où Dorothy retrouvera nombre de ses anciens compagnons, dont le Bûcheron de Fer-Blanc, Tiktok, Billina, le Magicien et l'Épouvantail, et c'est tous ensemble qu'ils poursuivront leur voyage...
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La Cité d'Émeraude, on retrouve le roi des Nomes, qui n'a pas oublié comment Dorothy et Ozma se sont emparées de sa ceinture magique et qui prépare sa vengeance : faire creuser un tunnel pour permettre à son armée d'envahir la Cité d'Émeraude tandis que son général, Guph, rend visite aux souverains voisins afin de recruter des alliés, les Bizarros, les Growleywogs et les puissants Phanfasmes. Pendant ce temps, Dorothy invite tante Em et oncle Henry à venir vivre au Pays d'Oz avec elle. En le traversant en compagnie du Magicien, ils feront la connaissance d'étranges personnages... -
The Marvelous Land of Oz
L. Frank Baum
- Saga egmont
- Svenska Ljud Classica
- 3 Janvier 2017
- 9789176393543
Whatever happened in the lands of Oz after Dorothy left? In this sequel to the `The Wonderful Wizard of Oz', we meet a young boy named Tip, who, unlike Dorothy, has grown up in this magical place. He is under the care (though that is a relative term) of the witch Mombi, but escapes her evil clutches just in time before she turns him in to a statue. Traveling through Oz, Tip meets a bunch of whimsical creatures (some of whom we know already) who join him on an adventurous journey that will conclude in satisfying ways no one will see coming. Loved even more, by many, than its predecessor, `The Marvelous Land of Oz' (1904) has been adapted into a stage play and in comic book form by Marvel several times.
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The Complete Wizard of Oz Collection (All unabridged Oz novels by L.Frank Baum)
L. Frank Baum
- E-artnow
- 25 Janvier 2013
- 9788074840005
This carefully crafted ebook: "The Complete Wizard of Oz Collection (All unabridged Oz novels by L.Frank Baum)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents.
The Oz books form a book series that begins with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (1900) and relate the fictional history of the Land of Oz. Oz was created by author L. Frank Baum, who went on to create the illusion that characters such as Dorothy and Princess Ozma relayed their adventures in Oz to Baum themselves, by means of wireless telegraph.
This ebook presents all the Wizard of Oz novels written by Lyman Frank Baum. Later Wizard of Oz books written by Ruth Plumly Thompson and other authors, as well as comic strips, are not included in this collection.
Lyman Frank Baum (May 15, 1856 - May 6, 1919) was an American author of children's books, best known for writing The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. His works anticipated such century-later commonplaces as television, augmented reality, laptop computers (The Master Key), wireless telephones (Tik-Tok of Oz), women in high risk, action-heavy occupations (Mary Louise in the Country), and the ubiquity of advertising on clothing (Aunt Jane's Nieces at Work).
Content:
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (1900)
The Marvelous Land of Oz (1904)
The Woggle-Bug Book (1905)
Ozma of Oz (1907)
Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz (1908)
The Road to Oz (1909)
The Emerald City of Oz (1910)
The Patchwork Girl of Oz (1913)
Little Wizard Stories of Oz (1913, collection of 6 short stories)
Tik-Tok of Oz (1914)
The Scarecrow of Oz (1915)
Rinkitink in Oz (1916)
The Lost Princess of Oz (1917)
The Tin Woodman of Oz (1918)
The Magic of Oz (1919, posthumously published)
Glinda of Oz (1920, posthumously published) -
B. J. Harrison Reads The Wizard of Oz
L. Frank. Baum
- Saga egmont
- The Classic Tales with B. J. Harrison
- 24 Mars 2021
- 9788726574654
"The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," also known simply as "The Wizard of Oz" is a famous children's novel by Frank L. Baum. Written at the start of the 20th century, it is one of the most famous fantasy stories to date, now brought to life by B. J. Harrison.
Dorothy is a young girl living peacefully on a Kansas prairie, when a cyclone swoops her and her dog Toto into the magical Land of Oz. Is there a way for them to get back home from this new and strange place, where dangers and astonishing creatures await? The novel has been adapted into the beloved film version The Wizard of Oz (1939) starring Judy Garland.
B. J. Harrison started his Classic Tales Podcast back in 2007, wanting to breathe new life into classic stories. He masterfully plays with a wide array of voices and accents and has since then produced over 500 audiobooks. Now in collaboration with SAGA Egmont, his engaging narration of these famous classics is available to readers everywhere.
Lyman Frank Baum (1856-1919), aka L. Frank Baum, was an American author, poet and scriptwriter. Primarily known for his children's books, he is most famous for the novel "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" and its sequels. His stories feature adventure and fantasy, and are a reinvention of familiar fairy tales. Baum's works have been featured on stage and films, most famously in the iconic Oscar-winning film adaptation The Wizard of Oz (1939), based on Baum's novel of the same name, starring Judy Garland. -
Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz
L. Frank Baum
- Saga egmont
- Svenska Ljud Classica
- 3 Janvier 2017
- 9789176393529
"There is no doubt they intend to kill us as dead as possible in a short time," said the Wizard.
"As dead as poss'ble would be pretty dead, wouldn't it?" asked Dorothy." During an earthquake in California Dorothy and her friends are swallowed up by cracks in the earth and find themselves in a whole new land - the Land of Mangaboos. The Mangaboos are a vegetable people, and they accuse Dorothy and her friends of causing the earthquake and sentence them to death. The 1939 movie, `The Wizard of Oz' starring Judy Garland, perfectly told the story of a little girl's first adventure, but the story of Oz and Dorothy far from ended then. With his trademark inventions on display, author L. Frank Baum delivers another imaginative and delightful book in the Oz series, though many will agree that this fourth one is darker and more troubling than its predecessors. -
The Enchanted Island of Yew
L. Frank Baum
- Saga egmont
- Svenska Ljud Classica
- 3 Janvier 2017
- 9789176393536
Three young girls wander into an enchanted forest at meet a fairy woman, who is bored with her perfect, immortal life. She convinces them to turn her into a human and decides to become a prince because boys have more fun. His/her new existence exploring the surrounding kingdoms is fast and adventurous from the get-go. What unfolds in an interesting story of problems solved by a woman's mind in the luxury of a man's body. `The Enchanted Island of Yew` (1903) was written by L. Frank Baum, the author of `The Wonderful Wizard of Oz', but is separate from the Oz series. This story clearly comes from the same imagination, however, with the added bonus of some interesting gender-bender elements.
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"Roads," observed the shaggy man, "don't go anywhere. They stay in one place, so folks can walk on them." A shaggy-looking man, imaginatively called Shaggy Man, asks Dorothy for directions to Butterfield, but the two of them end up getting lost on their way and decide to proceed to Oz instead. For once not chased by danger, they arrive just in time for Princess Ozma's birthday party where a great assortment of colourful characters awaits. The 1939 movie, `The Wizard of Oz' starring Judy Garland, perfectly told the story of a little girl's first adventure, but the story did not end then. `The Road to Oz' (1909), L. Frank Baum's fifth book in the series, celebrates the lands of Oz in the best way possible.
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Good news for those who found themselves missing the original heroine of Oz in the second book because in `Ozma of Oz' (1907), Dorothy is back! Traveling to Australia with her uncle, Dorothy is once again caught up in a natural disaster - a huge storm at sea that separates her from her uncle. She washes ashore in the land of Ev, a fairyland that has recently lost its royal family, and Dorothy is once more entangled in the conflicts of a foreign place. Not everything is new however, as Dorothy unites with old friends and places. Along with the previous novel in the Oz series, `Ozma of Oz' was adapted into a movie, `Return to Oz' in 1985, featuring Fairuza Balk as Dorothy.
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The Complete Wizard of Oz Collection (All Oz novels by L.Frank Baum)
L. Frank Baum
- E-artnow
- 21 Août 2013
- 9788074844454
This carefully crafted ebook: "The Complete Wizard of Oz Collection (All Oz novels by L.Frank Baum)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents.
The Oz books form a book series that begins with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (1900) and relate the fictional history of the Land of Oz. Oz was created by author L. Frank Baum, who went on to create the illusion that characters such as Dorothy and Princess Ozma relayed their adventures in Oz to Baum themselves, by means of wireless telegraph. Later Wizard of Oz books written by Ruth Plumly Thompson and other authors, as well as comic strips, are not included in this collection.
Content:
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (1900)
The Marvelous Land of Oz (1904)
The Woggle-Bug Book (1905)
Ozma of Oz (1907)
Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz (1908)
The Road to Oz (1909)
The Emerald City of Oz (1910)
The Patchwork Girl of Oz (1913)
Little Wizard Stories of Oz (1913, collection of 6 short stories)
Tik-Tok of Oz (1914)
The Scarecrow of Oz (1915)
Rinkitink in Oz (1916)
The Lost Princess of Oz (1917)
The Tin Woodman of Oz (1918)
The Magic of Oz (1919, posthumously published)
Glinda of Oz (1920, posthumously published) -
B. J. Harrison Reads A Kidnapped Santa Claus
L. Frank. Baum
- Saga egmont
- The Classic Tales with B. J. Harrison
- 1 Septembre 2021
- 9788726574661
"A Kidnapped Santa Claus" returns to the world of L. Fran Baum's novel "The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus". Santa Claus lives in his castle in Laughing Valley. In the nearby mountains dwell the five Daemons of the Caves, who resent Santa Claus for his gifts to the children, which keep them from visiting the Daemons' caves. The Daemons start a quest to ruin Santa's activities, endangering Christmas altogether. The early-20th-century fantasy story, read by B.J.Harrison, is not to be missed by friends of Christmas mythology.
B. J. Harrison started his Classic Tales Podcast back in 2007, wanting to breathe new life into classic stories. He masterfully plays with a wide array of voices and accents and has since then produced over 500 audiobooks. Now in collaboration with SAGA Egmont, his engaging narration of these famous classics is available to readers everywhere.
Lyman Frank Baum (1856-1919), aka L. Frank Baum, was an American author, poet and scriptwriter. Primarily known for his children's books, he is most famous for the novel "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" and its sequels. His stories feature adventure and fantasy, and are a reinvention of familiar fairy tales. Baum's works have been featured on stage and films, most famously in the iconic Oscar-winning film adaptation The Wizard of Oz (1939), based on Baum's novel of the same name, starring Judy Garland. -
Mother Goose in Prose
L. Frank. Baum
- Saga egmont
- Gems from Mother Goose
- 8 Juillet 2021
- 9788726656824
First published in 1905, `Mother Goose in Prose' was the first children's book written by author L. Frank Baum, best known for his later series of stories set in the imaginary land of Oz. Featuring an introduction from the author, `Mother Goose in Prose' is a book which explores the history of the famous nursery rhymes, using them as the inspiration for this fascinating collection of 22 short stories. A delightful compilation for readers of all ages.
Lyman Frank Baum (1856 - 1919) was a prolific and well-known American writer. He is best known for his famous series of modern fairy tales set in the imaginary land of Oz. The first of the books, `The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' is widely considered to be the first true American fairy tale and was the basis for the hugely popular 1939 classic musical `The Wizard of Oz' starring Judy Garland. Born and raised in New York, Baum held a range of jobs including as a poultry farmer, clerk, and storekeeper before pursuing his talent for writing at the age of 41. He wrote 14 novels in the Oz series, as well as over 40 other novels and over 80 short stories. He died in California in 1919. -
`The Flying Girl' by L. Frank Baum was originally published under the pseudonym Edith Van Dyne. Specifically aimed at girls, the story follows strong and independent young girl Orissa Kane during the early days of aviation. Her brother Stephen is building his own flying machine with which he hopes to win an aviation competition. When he breaks his leg and cannot compete, Orissa must step in to fly his machine and prove its value. A thrilling read, and a fascinating glimpse of the excitement which surrounded the early days of air transport.
Lyman Frank Baum (1856 - 1919) was a prolific and well-known American writer. He is best known for his famous series of modern fairy tales set in the imaginary land of Oz. The first of the books, `The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' is widely considered to be the first true American fairy tale and was the basis for the hugely popular 1939 classic musical `The Wizard of Oz' starring Judy Garland. Born and raised in New York, Baum held a range of jobs including as a poultry farmer, clerk, and storekeeper before pursuing his talent for writing at the age of 41. He wrote 14 novels in the Oz series, as well as over 40 other novels and over 80 short stories. He died in California in 1919. -
The second book in `The Flying Girl' series by `Oz' author L. Frank Baum, in `The Flying Girl and her Chum' we re-join Orissa Kane as she takes her brother Stephen's new hydroplane for a spin with her friend Sybil. There is a problem with the plane though, forcing Orissa and Sybil to make an emergency landing on a remote desert island, where adventures await them. A captivating adventure story by the famous children's author.
Lyman Frank Baum (1856 - 1919) was a prolific and well-known American writer. He is best known for his famous series of modern fairy tales set in the imaginary land of Oz. The first of the books, `The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' is widely considered to be the first true American fairy tale and was the basis for the hugely popular 1939 classic musical `The Wizard of Oz' starring Judy Garland. Born and raised in New York, Baum held a range of jobs including as a poultry farmer, clerk, and storekeeper before pursuing his talent for writing at the age of 41. He wrote 14 novels in the Oz series, as well as over 40 other novels and over 80 short stories. He died in California in 1919. -
Young Rob Joslyn loves experimenting with electricity. One day, when trying to light-up a little cardboard house, he haphazardly connects different wires trying to get the right combination. With a bang and a flash, a mysterious creature called the Daemon of Electricity appears. Rob has inadvertently summoned him through his electrical wires. The Daemon informs Rob that he is entitled to three wishes each week for the next three weeks. There are lots of magical adventures in store for Rob in this captivating children's book by popular author L. Frank Baum.
Lyman Frank Baum (1856 - 1919) was a prolific and well-known American writer. He is best known for his famous series of modern fairy tales set in the imaginary land of Oz. The first of the books, `The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' is widely considered to be the first true American fairy tale and was the basis for the hugely popular 1939 classic musical `The Wizard of Oz' starring Judy Garland. Born and raised in New York, Baum held a range of jobs including as a poultry farmer, clerk, and storekeeper before pursuing his talent for writing at the age of 41. He wrote 14 novels in the Oz series, as well as over 40 other novels and over 80 short stories. He died in California in 1919. -
Originally published under the pseudonym Floyd Akers, `The Boy Fortune Hunters in Yucatan' is the fifth in the children's adventure series by prolific author L. Frank Baum. We pick up with our three heroes Sam, Archie, and Joe as they search for the lost city of Tcha deep in the Yucatan jungle, where rumour has it there is treasure hidden beyond anyone's wildest imagination. With the help of their guide Chaka, the group must evade bandits, natural disasters, and even human sacrifice as they seek out the legendary city and its' hidden treasure.
Lyman Frank Baum (1856 - 1919) was a prolific and well-known American writer. He is best known for his famous series of modern fairy tales set in the imaginary land of Oz. The first of the books, `The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' is widely considered to be the first true American fairy tale and was the basis for the hugely popular 1939 classic musical `The Wizard of Oz' starring Judy Garland. Born and raised in New York, Baum held a range of jobs including as a poultry farmer, clerk, and storekeeper before pursuing his talent for writing at the age of 41. He wrote 14 novels in the Oz series, as well as over 40 other novels and over 80 short stories. He died in California in 1919. -
First published in 1911, `The Sea Fairies' is an underwater fantasy story for children by famous `Oz' author L. Frank Baum. It follows the adventures of a young girl named Tiny Trot and her friend, the old sailor Cap'n Bill Weedles. They spend their days beside the sea, when one day Tiny Trot makes a wish to see a mermaid. Little does she know her wish will soon be granted, and Trot and Bill are whisked off on an underwater adventure, encountering beautiful mermaids, indignant octopuses, and an evil villain named Zog. A delightful children's story, full of nonsense and magic.
Lyman Frank Baum (1856 - 1919) was a prolific and well-known American writer. He is best known for his famous series of modern fairy tales set in the imaginary land of Oz. The first of the books, `The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' is widely considered to be the first true American fairy tale and was the basis for the hugely popular 1939 classic musical `The Wizard of Oz' starring Judy Garland. Born and raised in New York, Baum held a range of jobs including as a poultry farmer, clerk, and storekeeper before pursuing his talent for writing at the age of 41. He wrote 14 novels in the Oz series, as well as over 40 other novels and over 80 short stories. He died in California in 1919. -
`The Boy Fortune Hunters in the South Seas' is the sixth and final novel in the popular children's series by `Oz' author L. Frank Baum. Sam, Joe and Archie are transporting cargo from Australia to Columbia when they are shipwrecked upon a mysterious island during a typhoon. Much to the boy's delight, the island happens to be overflowing with valuable pearls, but the islands inhabitants are unwelcoming and determined not to let any visitors get off alive. A perilous thriller from the prolific author.
Lyman Frank Baum (1856 - 1919) was a prolific and well-known American writer. He is best known for his famous series of modern fairy tales set in the imaginary land of Oz. The first of the books, `The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' is widely considered to be the first true American fairy tale and was the basis for the hugely popular 1939 classic musical `The Wizard of Oz' starring Judy Garland. Born and raised in New York, Baum held a range of jobs including as a poultry farmer, clerk, and storekeeper before pursuing his talent for writing at the age of 41. He wrote 14 novels in the Oz series, as well as over 40 other novels and over 80 short stories. He died in California in 1919. -
The Suprising Adventures of The Magical Monarch of Mo
L. Frank. Baum
- Saga egmont
- 11 Octobre 2021
- 9788726959178
`The Surprising Adventures of the Magical Monarch of Mo' is a collection of fourteen short stories for children by renowned `Oz' author L. Frank Baum. The stories focus on the adventures of the Magical Monarch of Mo and his family, who inhabit a magical and nonsensical world where everything you could ever need grows on trees. The characters find themselves in all kinds of weird and whimsical situations, including a fight with a purple dragon and the invasion of a wind-up iron intruder. Full of magic and the absurd, this is a wonderful introduction to early L. Frank Baum.
Lyman Frank Baum (1856 - 1919) was a prolific and well-known American writer. He is best known for his famous series of modern fairy tales set in the imaginary land of Oz. The first of the books, `The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' is widely considered to be the first true American fairy tale and was the basis for the hugely popular 1939 classic musical `The Wizard of Oz' starring Judy Garland. Born and raised in New York, Baum held a range of jobs including as a poultry farmer, clerk, and storekeeper before pursuing his talent for writing at the age of 41. He wrote 14 novels in the Oz series, as well as over 40 other novels and over 80 short stories. He died in California in 1919. -
`The Daring Twins' is a mystery novel by L. Frank Baum, first published in 1911. The story follows the adventures of twins Phil and Phoebe Daring, the eldest of five children in a once wealthy family. Following the failure of their father's business and his subsequent death, the children are now penniless and find themselves living with their elderly grandfather. To help make ends meet Phil finds work in a bank - where he is wrongfully accused of stealing, and it is up to the plucky Phoebe to prove his innocence.
Lyman Frank Baum (1856 - 1919) was a prolific and well-known American writer. He is best known for his famous series of modern fairy tales set in the imaginary land of Oz. The first of the books, `The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' is widely considered to be the first true American fairy tale and was the basis for the hugely popular 1939 classic musical `The Wizard of Oz' starring Judy Garland. Born and raised in New York, Baum held a range of jobs including as a poultry farmer, clerk, and storekeeper before pursuing his talent for writing at the age of 41. He wrote 14 novels in the Oz series, as well as over 40 other novels and over 80 short stories. He died in California in 1919.
