"O Wonderful, Wonderful
Wizard of Oz"
The beloved American fairy tale meets the timeless wisdom of Shakespeare. A beautifully illustrated hardcover where Dorothy's journey along the yellow brick road comes alive with the Bard's greatest lines.
About the Book
Where the yellow brick road meets the stages of the Globe Theatre
A Tale Told Anew
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, the original American fairy tale by L. Frank Baum, is an old tale told new, time and time again, in the years since it was first published in 1900. In this new rendition of Baum's familiar story, the wisdom and truths in Shakespeare's plays have been overlaid onto the tale of Dorothy's adventure in the Land of Oz.
Baum's aim was not to lecture or impart a particular moral, but to entertain and amuse. Yet The Wonderful Wizard of Oz does more, and O Wonderful, Wonderful Wizard of Oz does more as well. It demonstrates the intrinsic value of the foundational virtue of kindness and introduces young readers to hundreds of Shakespeare's most famous lines, truths, and bits of wisdom as Dorothy travels along the yellow brick road.
What Makes This Book Special
Beautifully Illustrated
Stunning original illustrations by Elizabeth Pieroni bring this magical world to life in vivid color.
Shakespeare Meets Oz
Hundreds of Shakespeare's most famous lines are woven seamlessly into Dorothy's beloved adventure.
The Power of Kindness
Demonstrates the intrinsic value of kindness and how it has the power to connect us, surprise us, and inspire friendship.
Hardcover Edition
A premium 6″ × 9″ hardcover book, perfect for readers of all ages and a wonderful gift.
A Gift for Every Reader
Hopefully, readers of all ages will come to the end of the beautifully illustrated O Wonderful, Wonderful Wizard of Oz and think, "Shakespeare is fun!" and so anticipate their next encounter of the Bard of Avon with eagerness and positivity.
Perhaps, as well, readers will reflect on how Dorothy changed lives, and even Oz itself, by her choice to be kind to those she meets who are hurting or alone, and to offer them what help she can, with no thought of what she might receive in return.
We could all use more of that!