A deluxe gift edition of L. Frank Baum’s cherished children’s classic vividly reimagined with
beautiful four-color artwork and nine interactive features created by MinaLima the
award-winning design studio behind the graphics for the Harry Potter film franchise. Hailed as
"America’s greatest and best-loved homegrown fairytale" by the Library of Congress L. Frank
Baum’s classic story has been enjoyed by generations of young readers since its publication in
1900. One of the most-read children’s books this timeless found family adventure is a staple
of American literature and the inspiration for the beloved 1939 Academy Award-winning movie
(widely acclaimed as one of the greatest films of all time) as well as stage plays and
musicals. When a tornado strikes the Kansas prairie in this classic fantasy story young orphan
Dorothy Gale and her little dog Toto are blown away to Oz a magical place filled with witches
munchkins winged monkeys and other unusual inhabitants. Lost and afraid all Dorothy wants is
to return to her Uncle Henry and Auntie Em. But to do so the Good Witch of the North tells her
she must follow the Yellow Brick Road that leads to the Emerald City. There she will find the
fearsome Wizard of Oz who can help her find her way home. Along the way Dorothy encounters
three unforgettable characters—the Scarecrow the Tinman and the Cowardly Lion—who join her in
her quest. Their journey to the Emerald City fraught with peril and adventure teaches them
the true meaning of friendship and reminds us all that there is no place like home. The
Wonderful Wizard of Oz Interactive reimagines the novel’s iconic imagery and highlights phrases
from the original book in a unique and delightful style that will enchant readers of all ages.
Sure to become a collector’s item this deluxe illustrated edition is an interactive storybook
that contains specially commissioned artwork and nine exclusive interactive features
including: A cyclone map that opens up to reveal the Land of Oz A pop-up Yellow Brick Road Oz
glasses that provide a different look at the world Fighting trees with branches that move
Dorothy’s silver shoes that can be clicked together This marvelous MinaLima edition will
enchant young and adult readers and is a thoughtful gift for any occasion.
