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Entire Series Of Wizard of Oz (fourteen books plus Little Wizard Stories of Oz) In One Book
Product DescriptionFor over a hundred years, L. Frank Baum's classic fairy stories about the land of Oz have been delighting children and parents alike. Now, for the first time, the entire Oz series is available in this single, great-value, edition!
This unique '15 books in 1' edition of L. Frank Baum's original "Oz" series contains the following complete works: "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz", "The Marvelous Land of Oz", "Ozma of Oz", "Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz", "The Road to Oz", "The Emerald City of Oz", "The Patchwork Girl Of Oz", "Little Wizard Stories of Oz", "Tik-Tok of Oz", "The Scarecrow Of Oz", "Rinkitink In Oz", "The Lost Princess Of Oz", "The Tin Woodman Of Oz", "The Magic of Oz", and "Glinda Of Oz".
This unique '15 books in 1' edition of L. Frank Baum's original "Oz" series contains the following complete works: "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz", "The Marvelous Land of Oz", "Ozma of Oz", "Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz", "The Road to Oz", "The Emerald City of Oz", "The Patchwork Girl Of Oz", "Little Wizard Stories of Oz", "Tik-Tok of Oz", "The Scarecrow Of Oz", "Rinkitink In Oz", "The Lost Princess Of Oz", "The Tin Woodman Of Oz", "The Magic of Oz", and "Glinda Of Oz".
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum (Chicago, 1900) is a parable about Money Reform and the 1890s Midwestern political movement led by William Jennings Bryan (1860-1925); three times candidate for President of the United States (see his poster at bottom of this page). From 1891-1895 Bryan served in the House of Representatives, where he advocated the coinage of silver at a fixed ratio with gold, in order to break the bankers' monopoly and manipulation of the gold-backed currency.
Bryan and his supporters accused Eastern banks and railroads of oppressing farmers and industrial workers. Bryan believed that a switch to silver-backed currency would make money plentiful. Although correct, Money Reformers today would argue that money need not, and should not, be backed by either silver or gold, but only by the people, their skills, and their resources.
In 1896 Bryan delivered the following words at the Democratic National Convention: "Having behind us the producing masses of this nation and the world, supported by the commercial interests, the labouring interests, and the toilers everywhere, we will answer their [i.e. the bankers'] demand for a gold standard by saying to them: 'You shall not press down upon the brow of labor this crown of thorns; you shall not crucify mankind upon a cross of gold.'"
Although only 36 years old, this speech resulted in his nomination for the presidency. He contested, and lost to, William McKinley. He stood again for the Democrats in 1900 and 1908, losing both times.
Carroll Quigley wrote about the 1896 Presidential election in Tragedy and Hope: A History of The World in Our Time (MacMillan, 1966, p. 74): "Though the forces of high finance and of big business were in a state of near panic, by a mighty effort involving large-scale spending they were successful in electing McKinley."
L. Frank Baum was editor of a South Dakota newspaper and he wrote the first of his Oz series on Bryan’s second attempt in 1900.
Oz is short for ounce, the measure for gold and silver
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum (Chicago, 1900) is a parable about Money Reform and the 1890s Midwestern political movement led by William Jennings Bryan (1860-1925); three times candidate for President of the United States (see his poster at bottom of this page). From 1891-1895 Bryan served in the House of Representatives, where he advocated the coinage of silver at a fixed ratio with gold, in order to break the bankers' monopoly and manipulation of the gold-backed currency.
Bryan and his supporters accused Eastern banks and railroads of oppressing farmers and industrial workers. Bryan believed that a switch to silver-backed currency would make money plentiful. Although correct, Money Reformers today would argue that money need not, and should not, be backed by either silver or gold, but only by the people, their skills, and their resources.
In 1896 Bryan delivered the following words at the Democratic National Convention: "Having behind us the producing masses of this nation and the world, supported by the commercial interests, the labouring interests, and the toilers everywhere, we will answer their [i.e. the bankers'] demand for a gold standard by saying to them: 'You shall not press down upon the brow of labor this crown of thorns; you shall not crucify mankind upon a cross of gold.'"
Although only 36 years old, this speech resulted in his nomination for the presidency. He contested, and lost to, William McKinley. He stood again for the Democrats in 1900 and 1908, losing both times.
Carroll Quigley wrote about the 1896 Presidential election in Tragedy and Hope: A History of The World in Our Time (MacMillan, 1966, p. 74): "Though the forces of high finance and of big business were in a state of near panic, by a mighty effort involving large-scale spending they were successful in electing McKinley."
L. Frank Baum was editor of a South Dakota newspaper and he wrote the first of his Oz series on Bryan’s second attempt in 1900.
Oz is short for ounce, the measure for gold and silver
John Boorman to make Wizard of Oz animation
Based upon the original work by Franck L. Baum, The Wizard of Oz is a literary and cinematographic milestone which animated cinema must approach with respect. Why should we make an animated version of this story at all? Given the technical limitations of the day, and the demands of live action, the iconic MGM film could only engage with a fraction of the novel. Animation will allow up to explore the magical fantasy of the book and bring the array of strange and frightening creatures to life
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First Edition Wonderful Wizard Of Oz Series Books Of Mark Shapiro
https://www.pbagallery.com/search/item132342.php?&PHPSESSID=a14dd55fa5dae38d09aea864655e022b
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Author:
Baum, L. Frank
Title:
Complete Set of Frank L. Baum's Fourteen Oz Titles
Place:
Chicago
Publisher:
Date:
1900-[1920]
Item #
Heading:
Author:
Baum, L. Frank
Title:
Complete Set of Frank L. Baum's Fourteen Oz Titles
Place:
Chicago
Publisher:
Date:
1900-[1920]
Item #
Thursday, October 30, 2008
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Is She ^The Real Dorothy?
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Marvel Comics Announces Free Comic Sketchbook
http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=18605
The great American classic The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is about to get the works-Mighty Marvel Style! And you can’t afford to miss The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Sketchbook, in stores on November 5th! Get in on the ground floor with a unique inside look at the upcoming title brought to you by award winning scribe Eric Shanower (Age of Bronze) and fan favorite artist Skottie Young (New X-men)! This sketchbook includes fresh, new character designs of all your favorites from Dorothy and the Scarecrow to Toto himself-it’s all here!
And don’t forget about the creator commentary allowing fans a unique look into the world of Oz! Did we mention the best part? IT’S FREE
The great American classic The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is about to get the works-Mighty Marvel Style! And you can’t afford to miss The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Sketchbook, in stores on November 5th! Get in on the ground floor with a unique inside look at the upcoming title brought to you by award winning scribe Eric Shanower (Age of Bronze) and fan favorite artist Skottie Young (New X-men)! This sketchbook includes fresh, new character designs of all your favorites from Dorothy and the Scarecrow to Toto himself-it’s all here!
And don’t forget about the creator commentary allowing fans a unique look into the world of Oz! Did we mention the best part? IT’S FREE
Saturday, October 25, 2008
DOROTHY AND TOTO DOING THEIR THING
This is a humorous 8” X 10” print from an original drawing done in pencil and watercolor by a former Disney artist. Here is Dorothy doing her thing with Toto waiting outside the stall. She has her basket beside her and is wearing her red shoes. It’s just a all-in-fun poke at this famous character
