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Lyman Frank Baum (1856-1919), American writer, born in Chittenango, New York. He was a newspaperman and began a series of books in which he created the land of Oz, a world of fantasy characters and adventure. The most famous of these books was The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. After his death, various writers continued the series, producing scores of volumes. A musical film, The Wizard of Oz (1939), ... [MORE]
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Holding the Wizard Accountable
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Looks at Baum's calls for genocide of the Lakota people at the time of the Wounded Knee massacre and contrasts them with the tolerance for diversity in the Oz books.
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International Wizard of Oz Club
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Founded in 1957 to bring together all those interested in L. Frank Baum and Oz. Membership, events, and convention details, as well as information on the author.
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LiteraryTraveler.com: L Frank Baum
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Detailed biography.
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Maruko's Oz Website - from Japan -
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For fans of "The Wizard of Oz". Written by a Japanese Oz fan.
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Oz Encyclopedia
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Large reference site provides a tour of the fantasy land of Oz and its inhabitants. Contains a movie catalog and text of all the Oz books.
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Oz Web Ring
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Directory of member sites and instructions for joining.
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The Royal History of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: 100 Years and Beyond
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A fan gives a personal viewpoint of his favorite book, lists movies inspired from Baum's works and their cast, and a short comparison between Baum and Disney.
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The Wizard of Oz: An American Fairytale
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To celebrate the 100th anniversary of this American literary classic, the Library of Congress presents its exhibition; with costumes and memorabilia borrowed from museums, other libraries, and private collectors.
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The Wonder Behind the Wizard of Oz
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Lesson plan that explores the influences and details of Baum's life, and compares and contrasts the book to the movie.
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Wonderful Wizard of Oz
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News, events, FAQs, reviews, ideas of themed party planning, and information pertaining to the Oz series. Also has a teacher lesson play.
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