Wizard of Oz

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		Wizard of Oz
		Wizard of Oz

基本信息·出版社：Wordsworth Editions Ltd
·页码：144 页
·出版日期：1993年06月
·ISBN：1853261122
·条形码：9781853261121
·版本：1993-06-01
·装帧：平装
·开本：20开 Pages Per Sheet
·丛书名：Wordsworth Collection
·外文书名：绿野仙踪

内容简介 Book Description
The highest standards in editing and production have been applied to the Wordsworth Children's Classics, while the low price makes them affordable for everyone. Wordsworth's list covers a range of the best-loved stories for children, from nursery tales, classic fables, and fairy tales to stories that will appeal to older children and adults alike. Many of these volumes have contemporary illustrations, and while they are ideal for shared family reading, their attractive format will also encourage children to read for themselves. Like all Wordsworth Editions, these children's books represent unbeatable value.

When a huge cyclone transports Dorothy and her little dog Toto from Kansas to the Land of Oz, she fears that she will never return home again. She and three friends she meets along the way make their way to the Emerald City where they hope to find the Wizard of Oz and have their wishes granted.

Amazon.com
For many of us, the adventures of Dorothy in Oz will forever be associated not with Judy Garland singing "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" but with W. W. Denslow's exceedingly odd line drawings for the original editions of Baum's Oz series. The Viennese artist Lisbeth Zwerger, however, goes a long way toward providing a new and refreshed set of images for the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion, and the humbug wizard. These illustrations are often cockeyed, with occasional realistic details thrown in, like a crow with a corncob in its beak in the first portrait of the Scarecrow. The characters have a poignance and oddity that escaped the makers of the Oz movie.

From Publishers Weekly
Santore's illustrations for this new edition of Baum's classic tale work on two levels. They capture the story's epic sweep in numerous colorful landscapes and dramatic tableaux, and they are models of sustained characterization. Though the paintings occasionally lapse into Saturday morning TV cartoon art, they generally evoke the many beloved scenes with verve. In contrast to a rather mundane scarecrow, Santore's cowardly lion is a splendid beast--looming over his companions, lower jaw ever a-quiver. The episodes in the Emerald City are appropriately green-tinted (the book's pages, in fact, are green in these sequences) and cleverly framed by faceted, emeraldlike borders. Unfortunately, the text is abridged, and significant sequences and characters are missing. These cuts have robbed Santore of the chance to realize fully his vision of Oz, and readers of the opportunity to enjoy the story as Baum told it. Morrow's facsimile of the first edition illustrated by W. W. Denslow and Holt's edition illustrated by Michael Hague are better versions of this enduring favorite. All ages.

From Booklist
Ages 5^-8, older for reading alone. Children familiar with the Wizard of Oz books associate the stories with the original artist, W. W. Denslow. Even more, kids remember the cinematic images of the MGM movie. So it is bold of Viennese artist Zwerger to re-illustrate this classic, but for those willing to accept a new vision, it will suit nicely. The handsome, oversize volume features both full-page art and cameos. The art, naturally, has a European flavor, here translated into fey paintings that catch the lighter elements of the story. The chief characters are very different from those we have come to know: the Scarecrow is fat and wears a small dunce cap, the Cowardly Lion is pure animal, not a bit cuddly, and Dorothy is more demure than we remember her. Only the Tin Man looks as if he could walk into a previous version of the story. Like yet another variation of Baum's classic, The Wiz, this shows the way a popular tale can take on new life.
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　Ilene Cooper

From School Library Journal
PreSchool-Grade 4-- While not precisely a picture-book version, this title features full-color illustrations on every page and a considerably shortened text. Santore's paintings are striking and they effectively mirror the familiar adventures of Dorothy and her friends. Unfortunately, the abridgment of the text is less successful. Much is made of the fact that few additions were made, leaving much of Baum's language intact. However, the deletion of some descriptive and transitional phrases and of various events creates a text that is much flatter and less engaging than the original. While the brevity and brisk tone do make the story suitable for very young listeners, the danger exists that those who have enjoyed Santore's version will never experience the magic of Baum's complete work. This concern, of course, must be weighed against the fine quality of the artwork and the fact that the book will undoubtedly prove useful in many collections. The decision to include abridged texts rests with each library. For those who do include such items, this Wizard of Oz will be a worthwhile investment.
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　--Lisa Dennis, The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

From AudioFile
This is a delightful rendition of Baum's classic tale of mystery and adventure. Alexandra Bradbury's clear, expressive voice brings Dorothy to life. Deutsch gives a wonderful performance as the narrator, the witches and other female characters, while Tim Hunter rounds out the cast as the lion, the woodsman, the scarecrow and Oz. This program will entertain listeners of all ages. No doubt there will be high demand for other tales in this series. B.L.W. An AUDIOFILE Earphones Award winner

From Kirkus Reviews/i>
Zwerger (illustrator of Theodor Storm's Little Hobbin, 1995, etc.) creates characters who may, if not erase the MGM cast from the collective conscious of US readers, make them share some space therein. These tinkling, wafty creatures are very comfortable in Baumland--the creator did, after all, want this to be a fairy tale where ``the heart-aches and nightmares are left out''--particularly the Scarecrow, with his stuffed-pillow head, conical hat, and tremendous girth. Zwerger doesn't try to overwhelm the story, and many of the pieces are small expressive exercises of her vision. In an illustrator's note, she says, ``Baum's precise details--his vivid descriptions of the Munchkins, for example--make an illustrator almost superfluous.'' Actually, her paintings lead readers gracefully into the pages, to be surprised and entertained by the story they only think they know from the movie.

About Author
Lyman Frank Baum (1856-1919) was born in Chittenango, New York. He tried many careers, including window dresser and theater manager, before becoming a children's writer. He wrote more than 50 children's books, and 14 of these were about the land of Oz. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz was first published in 1900 and was an instant success. A musical version of the story was produced within a few years, with lyrics written by Baum himself. In 1939, Hollywood produced the film of the book, which made Dorothy and her friends world-famous. Kimberly Morris lives in Houston, Texas. She has a wide background in writing and adapting stories for children of all ages. her seamless adaptation of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz conveys the excitement and sparkling originality of Baum's story. Mauro Evangelista was born in Macerata, Italy. He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Venice, and has illustrated several children's books. Hi enchanting, vivid illustrations capture the essence of the magical world of Oz.

Book Dimension :
length: (cm)19.8 　　　 　　　　　 　　　　　 width:(cm)12.6