There’s no greater tribute to the pleasures of L. Frank Baum’s book than to say that the story is so good that it isn’t overwhelmed by the images from the wonderful Judy Garland movie. The story unfolds with a declarative matter-of-factness that puts no barrier between the real and the imagined; because the author invites them to, young listeners and readers will take the fantasy at face value, indulging their sense of fancy with a concentration that’s both liberating and beneficial. The magic works for adults, too, if they’ll let it.
Often cited as America's first fairy tale, "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" is such a unique, engaging tale that reflects a deeper story of America's heartland.
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