The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: A Commemorative Pop-up
by L. Frank Baum
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Author: L. Frank BaumIllustrator: Robert Sabuda
Edition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2001-01-31
ISBN: 0689817517
Number of pages: 16
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Publisher: Little Simon
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- ISBN13: 9780689817519
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Book Reviews of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: A Commemorative Pop-up
Book Review: Absolutely dazzling!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have never before heard of Robert Sabuda, nor did I even know there was such a job title as "paper engineer," but this book totally blew me away. I bought it here just because my 2 1/2-year-old is a huge Wizard of Oz fan and I thought it sounded cool... until I actually had it in my hands, though, I had no idea a book could even BE this cool.
Keeping in mind that I'm an author who actually writes fancy gift books, I have to say that this one is above and beyond anything I've ever seen before. Each page is so chock-full of pop-ups, innovation, and whimsy. The moving twister on the first page and the spinning balloon on the last are the real stars of the show, but there are awesome surprises on every page. Each page also has a mini-book with its very own pop-ups, so you'll marvel at how much there is to see.
My daughter is not the most delicate little thing (she is only 2 years old, after all), so I will have to be careful with her, but on the first two reads, she hasn't managed to destroy anything. The pop-ups are surprisingly sturdy, considering how intricate they are. Still, I'd recommend this for older kids or those who are very careful with their things. (Or, if you're like me and have a littler fan, maybe plan to buy two copies! One for now and one to put away.)
Don't miss this book. It's a wonderful gift for any Wizard of Oz fan, young or old. The price is a bargain.
Summary of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: A Commemorative Pop-up
Robert Sabuda has created a resplendent pop-up version of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the original publication. This glorious edition is told in a shorter version of L. Frank Baum's original text, with artwork in the style of W. W. Denslow. With sparkling touches of colored foil and Emerald City eyeglasses, this classic tale is certain to find an honored place on the family bookshelf.
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the publication of L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz, master paper engineer Robert Sabuda has created a pop-up version of Dorothy's adventures in Oz that fans will find hard to resist. Modeling his depictions of Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the rest after W. W. Denslow's original art, Sabuda adds a third dimension that would have rocked Denslow's--and Baum's--world. A rapidly spinning cyclone actually casts a breeze over the startled reader's face. Glorious red poppies wave seductively in a field. And the Emerald City positively glitters with green, especially when young readers try on the special tinted "Spectacles for You" provided in a pocket on the page. The abridged text, provided in minibooklets set onto each page, covers enough basics for the Oz novice, but we recommend a read-aloud of the original, as well, for all the glory and detail of Baum's fantastic tale. Sabuda's homage to the classic is truly spectacular; even purists will gasp in delight at the sight of the humbug wizard floating away in his shiny green, gold, and blue hot-air balloon. This great introduction to the story of Oz doubles as a fun collector's item. (Ages 3 to 7) --Emilie Coulter
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