The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Painted Editions)

Featuring beautiful cover art from artist Laci Fowler, this exclusive collector''s edition of L. Frank Baum''s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is a must have for book lovers and fans of the Broadway show or film Wicked who want to know the original story that inspire their favorite adaptation. Journey down the Yellow Brick Road with Dorothy and friends in this magical coming of age novel.

Delighting readers for more than 120 years, this time-honored classic is now available as a beautiful collector''s edition.

Whether you''re buying it as a gift or for yourself, this remarkable edition features:

• A beautiful, high-end hardcover featuring Laci Fowler''s distinctive hand-painted art
• Embossed cover art and gold foiling
• Decorative interior pages featuring pull quotes throughout
• Matching ribbon marker and gold page edges
• Part of a 4-volume collection including Frankenstein, The Great Gatsby, and The Return of Sherlock Holme

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz:

• Makes a great gift for teachers, professors, educators, or librarians
• Is a great read aloud at bed time for young readers or families
• The perfect gift for holidays, birthdays, family celebrations, or other gift giving occasions

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz follows Kansas farmgirl Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto as a violent cyclone transports them to a faraway magical place called Oz, land of the Munchkins and witches. To make it home, Dorothy dons her famous slippers and must follow the Yellow Brick Road to seek help from the Great Wizard in the Emerald City. Soon she is joined by the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion, each on his own unique quest for a better self.

Exploring the time-honored themes of good versus evil, the beauty of friendship, the value of self-sufficiency, and why home is where the heart is, this unique collector''s edition presents L. Frank Baum''s beloved tale of otherworldly adventures in a giftable new way.