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The Wizard of Oz: An Illustrated Companion to the Timeless Movie Classic
Hardcover. Published 2009 under METRO BOOKS by STERLING PUBLISHING.
160 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2009
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June 1, 2026
This was a fun look at both the behind-the-scenes creation of The Wizard of Oz motion picture and its lasting legacy.
Chapters begin with a couple page of text, but the book is packed with photos of cast, set, documents, newspaper clippings, memorabilia, and film stills, to keep the eyes occupied and the reader entertained.
Modern readers may have the hardest time with the press and marketing pieces, which often lacked good editing, and sometimes promoted the innocent picture-play with promises of "girls."
The book reveals many cuts to the film (and one substantial almost-cut) in addition to the better-known "Jitterbug" number. It also tells of some of the trivial facts in the film and editing incongruities.
I read this in two days, but most readers could do it in one short sitting--unless, of course, the pictures take longer to appreciate. I suggest they should.
Chapters begin with a couple page of text, but the book is packed with photos of cast, set, documents, newspaper clippings, memorabilia, and film stills, to keep the eyes occupied and the reader entertained.
Modern readers may have the hardest time with the press and marketing pieces, which often lacked good editing, and sometimes promoted the innocent picture-play with promises of "girls."
The book reveals many cuts to the film (and one substantial almost-cut) in addition to the better-known "Jitterbug" number. It also tells of some of the trivial facts in the film and editing incongruities.
I read this in two days, but most readers could do it in one short sitting--unless, of course, the pictures take longer to appreciate. I suggest they should.
December 14, 2012
I bought this book a few years ago and just recently took the time to sit down and read it. I love love love The Wizard of Oz and this was a super fun and interesting look into the adaptation and making of the movie. It has snippets from Judy Garland and all the cast, lots of awesome pictures and trivia.
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January 30, 2012SCORE! $2 on a clearance table at the bookstore. Yay!
June 3, 2023
I read this a few years ago. Filled with photos, information, and everything you need to know about the making of the movie. Hollywood at its best.
December 15, 2024
A wonderful Oz book for any Oz fans. Anything that has John Fricke's attached to it is a must read for any Oz fans/Oz Collection.
June 19, 2012
Loved this. This is one of my absolute favorite movies and this was a very interesting companion guide to the movie with lots of facts and stories into the making of it and about the author and all his books (there are so many Oz books, someday I will read them all!!) Anyways, a classic and my kids love this movie too. We watch it a couple times a year.
May 23, 2011
Fantastic. I learned so many things about the movie, even though I have been a huge fanatic all my life. I am so happy to have this in my collection.
January 18, 2012
I got this book on Christmas Eve, and haven't had time to read the whole thing yet, but I LOVE it! It is fascinating learning about everything that went into making such a timeless movie!
April 17, 2012
I love the wizard of oz & adore this book!
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