"The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," 1900

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Artifact Overview

L. Frank Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is an American fairy tale classic. First published in 1900, the book tells the story of Dorothy, a little girl swept away to a strange and magical land, and her quest to return home. The story's popularity inspired stage and musical productions, animated films, and the beloved 1939 MGM film adaption, The Wizard of Oz.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Book

Date Made

1900

Collection Title

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

68.34.7

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)
Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 8.75 in (book)
Width: 6.75 in (book)
Height: 9.125 in (slipcase)
Width: 7.625 in (slipcase)