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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122 Reviews
| From: Amazon Posted: Aug 23, 2007 Type: User Review |
Wow!
I collect pop-up books and this is one of the best ever created. Every page is well crafted, whimsically thought out, a sheer delight! This makes a fabulous birthday present for young and old.
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| From: Amazon Posted: Aug 23, 2007 Type: User Review |
Captivating
This is the first pop-up book that I have seen since I was a child, and I must say, pop-ups have come a long way! I bought this for my 6-year-old neice, and she just loves it. The pop-ups are so imaginative, there are mini-books throughout, she...
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| From: Amazon Posted: Aug 06, 2007 Type: User Review |
Great gift for adults and well behaved children
I gave this pop-up book as a Christmas gift to an adult and the recipient was in awe over the detail and the intricate paper explosions. The tornado is so cool! Not for young children!! It was one of the best gifts under the tree.
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| From: Amazon Posted: Jul 22, 2007 Type: User Review |
generally good condition
except the little bent corners of it.
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| From: Amazon Posted: Jul 19, 2007 Type: User Review |
A NEW VIEW OF A GREAT 'OLDIE'
IF YOU HAVE NEVER EXPERIENCED A POP-UP BOOK - YOU HAVE MISSED A TRUE WONDER ON PAPER! AS YOU RECALL YOUR MEMORIES OF THE WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ FROM THE MOVIE, YOU WILL TRULY ENJOY THIS POP-UP VERSION OF THE BOOK.
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| From: Amazon Posted: Jun 24, 2007 Type: User Review |
Robert Sabuda is a Gem
This is an extraordinary book. Robert Sabuda is no ordinary pop-up artist. Children will marvel at the whole book starting with the amazing pop up twisting tornado at the start to the Wizard of Oz's balloon that seems to fly right out of the...
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| From: Amazon Posted: Jun 03, 2007 Type: User Review |
A wonder for all...
All will enjoy this commemorative book of the Wizard of Oz. I have puchased several for gifts.
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| From: Amazon Posted: Jun 02, 2007 Type: User Review |
Excellent!
What a WONDERFUL book! Being a Wizard of Oz collector, I was excited when I ordered it.I could not believe all the detail in the book. Even the small parts to the sides of each page have pop-ups in them. You have to see this book to believe it....
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| From: Amazon Posted: May 19, 2007 Type: User Review |
Kansas
As Kansans, We love to give this book as a gift. It is beautiful and unusual. Kids of all ages love to use the 3D glasses to view one special page. The details on this pop-up are really magnificent. It is a book to keep and share forever.
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| From: Amazon Posted: May 17, 2007 Type: User Review |
Gorgeous
All of of the pop-ups are awesome! They come in two methods- gorgeous center fold pieces and side-of-the-page pieces. I was wondering why there were gaps in the story, then I noticed the side fold, opened it, and was delighted with the small...
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