L. Frank Baum: Creator of Oz

by Rogers, Katharine M

First Edition

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Book description: New York, New York, U.S.A.: Da Capo Press, 2003. First Edition. Soft Cover. New/No Jacket. Photographs. A strong and sympathetic portrait." - New York Times Book Review. Born in 1856 in upstate New York, Baum was a classic "late bloomer" who tried acting, selling and editing. Finally, in his late 30s, he took the advice of his mother-in-law, suffragist leader Matilda Gage, and turned his attention to selling the stories he'd been tellin to his sons and their friends. After a few books were published with varying success, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (originally titled The Emerald City) was released in 1900. It quickly became a bestseller and has remained so ever since. When Oz was transformed in a "traveling music extravaganza" that earned raves across America, Baum became rich and famous for the firt time in his life, inspiring him to embark on a myraid theatrical ventures that almost bankrupted his family on several occasions. Fortunately, wife Maud's business acumen saved the day, leaving Baum free to pen thirteen additional OZ books and other fantasies. 318 pages including a listing of works by Baum, a bibliography and extensive index. Munchin land never knew a better man. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

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