All-Action Classics: The Wizard of Oz
Published on 6. August 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-1-4549-3502-5 (ISBN)
Description
L. Frank Baum's classic fantasy looks fabulous in this vivid, high-octane graphic-novel rendition, filled with kid-grabbing details.
In this action-filled graphic adaptation of the visionary children's classic, the Yellow Brick Road has never seemed brighter, the Wicked Witch more evil, or the Land of Oz more magical. When a tornado snaps up young Dorothy, dumping her in Oz, she knows she's not in Kansas anymore. And when her only way home is with the help of an irate Wizard, Dorothy and her misfit friends embark on an unforgettable--and dangerous--journey.
In this action-filled graphic adaptation of the visionary children's classic, the Yellow Brick Road has never seemed brighter, the Wicked Witch more evil, or the Land of Oz more magical. When a tornado snaps up young Dorothy, dumping her in Oz, she knows she's not in Kansas anymore. And when her only way home is with the help of an irate Wizard, Dorothy and her misfit friends embark on an unforgettable--and dangerous--journey.
Reviews / Votes
Praise for the original edition of All-Action Classics: The Wizard of Oz"The text is brief and full of modern touches . . . Dialogue is snappy, with a liberal use of humor and wisecracks. The animationlike artwork is full of movement . . . There is a cinematic feel that will appeal to young readers . . .this updated classic should find a different, and more welcoming, reception from kids." --School Library Journal
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Union Square & Co.
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Fifth Grade to Ninth Grade, Interest Age: From 10 to 14 years
Illustrations
Full-colour illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 143 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-4549-3502-5 (9781454935025)
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Person
Ben Caldwell has written and illustrated various graphic novels, including the award-nominated The Dare Detectives, Sterling's All-Action Classics adaptations, and Wonder Woman. He is also the creator of Sterling's Action Cartooning books and fills out his time as a toy designer, animator, and game artist.