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February 4,2012. Leaked photo from 'Oz: The Great and Powerful'... this is what the Flying Monkeys will look like.
January 16,2012. Nice five minutes documentary by Rachel Cosgrove the author of the "Hidden Valley of Oz"
As most of you know that I follow almost every copy of WOndierful Wizard of Oz that shows on the market. I would like to warn you about specific copy that is currently listed on ebay indicated that it is signed by Frank Baum. Originally this book was listed on ebay with proper description below and it was sold at the end of 2011 for $1500 due to book have various issues. Bnding is lightly soiled, especially at lower front corner, bumped corners with wearthrough at lower. The spine has fraying along edges and wear, fraying and small tears at ends. It appears that the rear panel may have been reglued. There is a faint owner notation on the front endpaper, "John A. Davis Christmas 1901". Some seperation between pages 128-129 but still holding firm. Below are a few images of the original book 
Buyer of the book from Spain added Frank Baum signature to the page and relisted this book on ebay for $24900. The seller ID is van_amburgh with 100% and 391 positive feedbacks. Below are a few images for you to review. 
January 8,2012. TV segment of different type of Wizard of Oz collector ( outside of books).
Long ago, at the turn of the last century, a wonderful storyteller created a delightful fantasy, The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus, "to explain the origins of Santa Claus and all that goes with him." That storyteller was L. Frank Baum, who also published the world-famous children's story, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. When Baum turned his hand to telling the tale of Santa, not only was he telling a fairy tale, he had a cautionary message to impart to a world that, according to Naomi Kleinberg, who wrote the introduction to his book, he perceived as rushing headlong into modern madness. It is a message even more pertinent today, she says, in a world that is, more than ever, in need of a few generous deeds. There are many serious biographies of Santa Claus and many variations of the Santa Claus legend. And many of these reside in your local public library. But the loveliest of all, I think, is L. Frank Baum's version of events. His fantasy explains the origins of Santa Claus and every detail of his life from birth to immortality. This Santa is mythical and magical, and a truly benevolent spirit who bestows gifts on all children (good, bad, naughty or nice, he makes no distinction). "In all this world, there is nothing so beautiful as a happy child," says good old Santa Claus; and if he had his way, the children would all be beautiful for all would be happy." Baum's Santa was raised by the wood-nymph Necile in the great Forest of Burzee which was peopled by fairies, knooks, ryls and nymphs, immortals all. But when this sweet child grew up the Master Woodman of the world showed him the world of humans (Claus' real home) and set him on his life's work. Claus resolved to befriend the little ones of his own race and try to make them happy. Claus made his first toy that first winter in his home in Laughing Valley where Baum claims he lives to this day. He was snowed in and to pass the time, he whittled the image of his very own cat. He gave it to Weekum, a small child he rescued from a snow drift. Soon other children came to his home asking if he would make a toy for them. He didn't say no, not Claus. Baum tells us how Claus become Santa Claus, why he delivers gifts by reindeer and sled, why he only comes on Christmas (it was a deal make with Will Knook, the chief guardian of the deer), and why he has to come down the chimney. (In this tale, deer became "reindeer" because Claus had to make reins to hook them to his sled; other deer never knew to touch of a rein.) Baum closes by saying that even though Santa Claus is rarely seen these days, he, is "still the same loving friend to children that in the old days used to play and romp with them by the hour; and I know he would love to do the same now if he had time. But, you see, he is so busy all the year making toys, and so hurried on that one night when he visits your homes with his packs, that he comes and goes among us like a flash; and it is almost impossible to catch a glimpse of him." I wish I'd read The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus sooner! I am very fond of Baum's Santa, a true spirit of Christmas.
November 19,2011.Creative ways to use damaged Wizard of Oz books. (1) as a journal, (2) as a lamp, (3) as a clock, (4) carved book
October 27,2011. Received interesting email to sponsor Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Wizard of Oz Facebook. I am contacting you because my company will be streaming Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Wizard of Oz to Facebook's 800 million fans before the Christmas season and I would like to invite your company to participate in this event. This will be the first event of its kind and therefore, we are offering a limited number of sponsorship slots at heavily discounted rates. Along with Andrew Lloyd Webber, we will be targeting international media sites to promote this groundbreaking event. Sir Webber promoted this show witha reality tv show on BBC last year that averaged between 4 and 6 million fans an episode. He plans to move the theater show to America in 2012 and to create an identical tv show in the US audience as well. Therefore, he will be utilizing every asset to publicize this event at a global level. As a sponsor, you would be able to stream the theater performance on every one of your Facebook Fan Pages. In addition, your logo would be featured prominently throughout the broadcast of the event and mentioned in all press releases.
One is of a drawing my grandfather did for me in the late '60's. Did you know at that time, the Wizard of OZ book was in the adult section of the library and you could not take it out if you were not 18 or without your parents written permission? The drawing my grandfather did as a retired draftsman is taken from the book they had that I finally was able to checkout out the library at the age of 14!? I have kept it all these years as as a memento of him.
August 4,2011. "The Wizard Of Oz" Is Facebook’s Most Explosive Page. This week’s fastest growing pages include many surprises, such as the number one ranking of The Wizard Of Oz page. Read on for more, and if you like what you see here, don’t forget to look over our detailed statistic tool used to build these rankings! Facebook’s Most Explosive Pages
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Fred Trust, of Baltimore, came with several books that were written by L. Frank Baum, author of "The Wizard of Oz." All of the books Trust brought were variations of "The Wizard of Oz" theme. They were first editions, written by Baum at the turn of the 20th century. Harrison gave the books a serious study. Instead of making Trust an immediate offer, Harrison asked Trust to appear on "Pawn Stars." Harrison said he would have a special expert on such books appear on the show with Trust. Harrison said that maybe he and Trust could make a deal once that expert gives his opinion on the books. Trust said he was elated.
Full Newspaper Article of "Pawn Stars event"
Below are a few photos that my wife took.
July 28,2011. I visited a coin collectors yesterday and to my surprise I discover coins made during Civil war by Book sellers. See images below 
July 21,2011. 1902 stage new musical maybe shown in New York theather in 2012. Check website for additional information.
July 9,2011. Gregory Maguire wraps up 'Wicked' series NEW YORK (AP) — It's flyaway time for the "Wicked Years" series. "Out of Oz," the fourth and final volume of Gregory Maguire's million-selling take on "The Wizard of Oz," will come out on Nov. 1. Publisher William Morrow announced Wednesday that "Out of Oz" will feature all sorts of magical mayhem, with the Emerald City plotting an attack on Munchkinland, while the Cowardly Lion runs for his life. Young Dorothy pops in for "something more than a cameo." Maguire's "Wicked," published in 1995, was adapted into the long-running Broadway musical of the same name. His other books include "Son of a Witch" and "A Lion Among Men."
The Wizard of Oz, currently running at the London Palladium co-produced with Bill Kenwright, has recently extended its current booking period through February 2012. The Wizard of Oz currently holds the biggest advance of any show in the West End, and is grossing more on a week-to-week basis than any other show, Kenwright has told Playbill.com. "Since we opened, it has been difficult, if not impossible, to get tickets for any of the three weekend performances that always play to capacity; we've averaged just below 85 percent in a two-and-a-quarter-thousand-seat theatre, and returned a third of the capitalization just 12 weeks after the opening night. It's a hit!" The producer also revealed that they are currently in negotiation with "a major star" to take the show to Broadway. Productions are planned for Canada, Australia and a U.K. tour. Source: http://www.playbill.com/news/article/152193-Lloyd-Webbers-Really-Useful-Group-Will-Reinvent-Itself-Cats-and-Oz-To-Have-New-Lives
About 1959, eleven Oz titles were issued in new dust jacket designed by acommecial illustrating firm; they are signed "Roycraft": The Wizard of Oz, The Land of Oz, Ozma of Oz, Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz, The road to Oz, The scarecrow of Oz. The Lost Princess of Oz, The Tin Woodman of Oz, The Hungry Tiger of Oz, Pirates in Oz and Speedy in Oz. I was contacted today by Jeanette Roycraft to pass information about her father who illustrated these dust jackets. Below is the message: Just a comment with some information for you...my name is Jeanette Roycraft, and I am the daughter of Roland Roycraft, the artist of the "Roycraft" dust jackets of 11 of the Oz books re-issued around 1959. I found your site thru a google search. My dad is near death (he is 93), and I am doing research for the eulogy. I knew he'd done the dust jackets for the Oz books, but didn't have much info beyond that. My dad went on to become an accomplished watercolor artist and a signature member of the American Watercolor Society. His website is http://www.roycraftwatercolors.com/ and he is the author of two watercolor books. I am interested to see that the "Roycraft" Oz books have become so rare and collectible. I just thought you might be interested in some background information on Mr. Roycraft as you are such an avid Oz collector. I would like it if the fans of the Oz books could get to know the person behind the quirky and whimsical dust jackets. I wish I knew exactly how Dad came to do those dust jackets, but I don’t know that story. However, to my knowledge he never did any other book covers or dust jackets. Prior to the Oz books, he did do numerous covers for printed sheet music in the 40’s. He had some work printed in The Saturday Evening Post, Life, and Look. In 1974, after retiring from his job in Chicago as a commercial artist, he began watercolor painting. He began giving classes in his basement and eventually gave workshops all over the country. In the late ‘90’s he was an art consultant to Fox Animation Studios for Anastasia, their first animated movie. His two watercolor books came out in 2001 and 2006, and he continued painting and giving workshops well into his 80s. He is now in a nursing home in Michigan. Thank you! Jeanette
The acting chops of Sam Raimi’s Oz: The Great and Powerful are looking good. Michelle Williams is joining the already stellar cast to play the good witch, Glinda. James Franco is Oz, Weisz and Mila Kunis are sisters Evanorah and Theodorah (evil witches of the East and West, respectively). Franco, Williams and Kunis were each nominated for several awards in 2010, while Wiesz won a best supporting actress Oscar in 2005 for The Constant Gardener. From the beloved L. Frank Baum novel, scripters David Lindsay-Abaire (also nominated for an Oscar last year; best adapted screenplay for Rabbit Hole) and Mitchell Kapner have created a prequel telling the story of how the Wizard became the ruler of Oz.
May 19, 2011.Oz, The Great And Powerful Gets Its Good Witch! May 5, 2011. Rachel Weisz Headed to the Land of ‘Oz’ April 23, 2011. Advertisment for upcoming 4D movie. 
April 22, 2011. Autographed letter signed by Frank Buam below sold at Bonhams auction on April 20, 2011 for $14,640 (including commisions).
April 17, 2011 Fairy tales with a twist April 7, 2011.Starz readies 3D Wizard movie March 30, 2011. Lady Gaga given Judy Garland's ruby red original slippers. (This is Gaga's speech after she received her birthday present, a pair of Ruby Red slippers from The Wizard of Oz. In the set, this happened prior to a piano only rendition of "Born This Way".) GAGA: I have a funny little story. So, one of my favorite presents I was given for my birthday is from everyone that takes care of my clothes backstage, the wardrobe department. They bought me an original pair of one of the sets of shoes that Judy Garland wore in The Wizard of Oz. Little did they know that I have a real background with these shoes. Because, number one, the Monster Ball was created as a sort of punk rock answer to The Wizard of Oz. But secondly, because when I was in high school we did the Wizard of Oz in school and I auditioned for the show and the biggest bully who bullied me when I was a kid got the role of Dorothy. She was older than me, and I'll never forget it because I wanted to be Dorothy so bad, but I was in eighth grade and she was a junior. And I definitely deserved to get it. But I didn't get it. And then, I remember, she'd be in the dressing room when I was getting ready. I was one of the... one of the people in the chorus. Like the worst role. She used to pour... Do you know? Are any of you dancers? She used to pour Coca Cola on her shoes ... If you pour Coca Cola on your shoes they don't slip onstage. So she would would pour the Coca cola on her shoes. And she'd look at me and say, "Just in case I slip in my ruby slippers." F------ bitch. As I talk today to the Wizard of Oz and my life, which ended up a little bit of differently, I just have to say on behalf of myself, and all the girls bullied around the world, now these f------ ruby slippers are mine. And maybe you don't feel like Dorothy today. Maybe you feel like someone else, or the Scarecrow, or maybe you feel like the Tin Man, or the Wicked Witch. Just know that the only way of accomplishing things in your life is to change things, and that someday, somebody will hand you a pair of ruby slippers.
March 4, 2011. The Wizard of Oz is ALREADY the most popular Andrew Lloyd Webber musical ( you can see a reason by watching a small episode of a Red Shoes Blues - Hannah Waddingham below)
In addition Lloyd Webber responce below for plans in US Obviously we're about to see what happens to The Wizard of Oz in the West End, but how do you see it playing out in America? ALW: I don't know what exactly we'll do at the moment, but I'm in quite advanced talks now with more than one U.S. network about doing the TV casting show over there, it having worked so well over here. There's a question in America, of course, if you are going to do a show like that, "Why if you live in Oklahoma would you vote for a girl who is going to be on the stage on Broadway?" So one of the things we want to do in doing this TV show is to try to work out what kind of end-game from the television point of view would be the best thing. That might well be that we do a gala night of the whole thing in Kansas, or we do a television special out of Kansas; whatever happens, it is very heavily a theatrical production, it would have to go to a big theatre, but not necessarily on Broadway: one of things about Oz is that it is such a well known tale and a completely American story, so it doesn't depend on going to New York. The original musical did back in 1903 or whatever it was, and in fact I think if I'm not much mistaken it may have even opened the theatre where the Phantom is, the Majestic. It was the theatrical version of it that gave the book a huge new impetus, and apparently [the book's author] L. Frank Baum didn't like it particularly but once he started getting the royalty checks he seemed to change his mind! Full article
February 3, 2011. Music from Tik-Tok of Oz Since new Lloyd Webber Wizard of Oz musical starting in London in February 7, 2011 I asked my wife to play a broadway song "MY WONDERFUL DREAM GIRL" from THE TIK-TOK MAN OF OZ: 1913. I then uploaded video to youtube so anyone can listen if interested. Below is the video January 25, 2011. Wizard of Oz themed wedding.
Video , I started to wonder if Toto as smart as Jesse in the video below
Andrew Lloyd Webber, who helped create the juggernaut of using reality TV programs with the public choosing the leads for West End musicals, has signaled an end to his involvement in them. ... But he went on to say that there is still mileage for it in the U.S., and hopes to use it to cast The Wizard of Oz there and take Dorothy back to Kansas. He commented, "'The X Factor' juggernaut is going to be huge there next year but other networks are looking for something to go against it. Once we've found a Dorothy in the U.S., my instinct is to open the show in Kansas." View Full Article
November 6, 2010. Very nice Oz documentary ( Oz collectibles)
October 13, 2010. Interesting article "You really can judge rare books by their dust-jackets" mentioning Wonderful Wizard of Oz book as one of the best children book to invest in. October 10, 2010. WIZARD! CLASSIC MOVIE HITS ARE REMADE IN 3D October 7, 2010. Sam Raimi Commits to Disney’s Oz the Great and Powerful September 26, 2010. First edition copy of "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" donated by RareOzBooks.com to Judy Garland museum in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. 
September 25, 2010. Andrew Lloyd Webber casts his original Phantom of the Opera as his new Wizard of Oz
The two-part fantasy adventure, The Witches of Oz brings a creative modern twist to the classic tale and stars veteran actors Christopher Lloyd (of the Back to the Future trilogy), as the Wizard of Oz; Sean Astin (of the Lord of the Rings trilogy); and Billy Boyd (Lord of the Rings), among many others. The Witches of Oz is helmed by writer/director Leigh Scott; executive produced by Christopher Campbell of Palace Imaginarium; and produced by Eliza Swenson and Christopher Campbell.
Source: http://www.anbmedia.com/anb-media-news/2010/09/anb-media-news-september-7-2010/?link=content2
Here's a very nice new movie poster
August 23, 2010. Lady Gaga as a good witch Glinda
Since Google celebrates today wizard of Oz day, search for the term "Wizard of Oz" took a 4th place in the most search terms at Google. 
August 8, 2010. From Ozma of Oz book image and another drawing by John R. Neill to modern take. 
August 3, 2010. The Wizard of Oz features in list of favourite family films ever July 16, 2010. Windmill Production's NEW "Wizard of Oz" in Australia!
Six-foot tall ruby red slippers are unveiled on 42nd Street outside of Madame Tussauds to celebrate the launch of The Wizard of Oz Cinema 4-D Experience in New York, Tuesday, July 13,2010
Jily 11, 2010. 'Wicked' coming to the big screen Jily 10, 2010. Secrets of the Wizard of Oz and our current economic crisis June 25, 2010. Latest list of all Oz related movies June 16, 2010. A mysterious Oz teaser trailer
A new indie movie company MovieUs Productions who has apparently been shopping the idea for an Oz movie around is currently developing an Oz movie of their own. We caught up with the director last Tuesday who told us... "We're really excited to have the oppurtunity to make a movie like this. The idea all started back in 1985, the year Disney's Return to Oz hit the screen. It was this big deal, man. Looked at a milk carton, Return to Oz was on it. For me as a kid, it was terrifying and confusing." ' It's titled 'The Lost Princess of Oz' obviously based on the book by L. Frank Baum but with some changes, one being that everyone is looking for Dorothy (who is now a princess) not Ozma. Its supposed to incorporate story sequences from Ozma of Oz and the Land of Oz as well drawing inspirations from Tim Burton's Alice and Return to Oz. Its planned to be a musical unlike Return to Oz and the director made the comment that it is Return to Oz set to 1939, meaning that there will be may similarities between the two but the main thing is the villian has not yet been said. The director will be announced soon so check back for some updates. Filming will start this summer and by then you'll have some more info as to what this will be like. I've seen some test shots and development work and it does looks promising but as always I'm just waiting. Join the Scarecrow as he attempts to transport himself, along with the Tinman and Lion, to America to find Princess Dorothy. But beware our new villain has plans to finally get the Ruby Slippers and destroy all the good in Oz. Whoever gets to the Ruby Slippers first controls the fate of Oz. With time running out, everyone is looking for ''The Lost Princess of Oz".
THE WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ A New Musical stage reading will be performed on July 18-23rd at 3pm and 8pm, at the Manhattan theatresource. Music and Lyrics by Casey Wood, Stephen Cornine, Michael Gershowitz, with additional lyrics and music from L.Frank Baum and Paul Tietjens 1902-1912 stage show. Manhattan Theatresource is a not-for-profit arts service organization with a groundbreaking purpose: to organize and link the disparate communities within New York's vital off-off-Broadway movement, and to provide a "one-stop shop" resource center for independent theater artists and audiences across the nation. Manhattan Theatresource is located at 177 MacDougal street 10011 Below 8th street. For More information, visit www.theatresource.org. Tickets will be $15 dollars for the public, Tickets on sale now.
Nora Ephron Screenwriter Nora Ephron wrote romantic classics like Sleepless in Seattle and When Harry Met Sally. But her big influence isn't the MGM classic movie; it's L. Frank Baum's children's book and its countless sequels.
This is most likely going to sound very stupid to you but I am going to put it out there and you can decide whether or not I am genuine and if you want to help me....
I am 32 years old now and the product/1st generation child of one spiritual successful parent who emigrated from Delhi to America and a mother who was an immigrant from Northern Ireland and also holds her staunch Roman Catholic beliefs. They will be happily married for their 40th year on 6/6/2010.
Not knowing what was best in this country and most likely being confused about how to split their cultural difference, I went to catholic grade school on to a prestigious all girls high school then on to one of the best schools in the country for my current field and in turn, I am what I guess society deems as a success. What I never forgot was when my parents both agreed with our education (all girls prv hi sch/ clg advanced course trng at 8 ) and it was the time spent in the public library and despite 9 years spent 3 days a week what I latched onto there were the Oz books. Id sit for days upon days curled up reading those old books with original illustrations and the bindings breaking and disappear into my own world after stealthy walking thru the 2 rooms to plant myself in the logic stacks
I started when I made a little bit of money buying some off of ebay that i do not doubt are old and maybe 2nd ed (claimed first) or whatever but I need guidance and I am asking for your help to over time enable me to obtain the entire collection.
I want to collect something that mattered/matters to me that I can show and share with my children if and when I have them that is solely mine to covet and share when I choose.
I hope all of this makes sense to you and that you will help me in my quest.
Cutting Edge Instrumental Church MusicThe Wizard of Oz is on tonight for the gazillionth time, and it reminded me of a funny story I heard a couple of years ago. We were in Nashville for a sad occasion — the funeral of a family member. Debbie was responsible for the arrangements, and we got to know the funeral director pretty well. He told us this story one afternoon:A family had made arrangements for the funeral service of the matriarch of the family. When asked about music for the service, the family commented that their mother’s favorite song was Somewhere Over The Rainbow from The Wizard of Oz. Of course, no one could sing it like Judy Garland, so they decided to use the CD soundtrack from the movie. Somewhere Over The Rainbow was to be played as the casket was rolled into the chapel. Everything was ready for the service to begin, and the funeral home started the CD. But, for some reason the family lingered, delaying their entry and the entry of the casket into the chapel. Somewhere Over The Rainbow played over the chapel speakers, as the captivating voice of Judy Garland sang a mother’s favorite song. Just as Somewhere Over The Rainbow was ending, the family was ready, the chapel doors opened, and the casket was rolled in. Unfortunately, no one stopped the CD. As Judy Garland’s voice faded away, the next track on the CD kicked in. Ding Dong The Witch is Dead blared out in the serenity of the chapel to the chagrin of family, friends, and funeral home. Fortunately, the technician stopped the CD before the munchkins all began to sing in unison, but the damage was already done. And that, my friends, is why I do not like to use recorded music at funerals.
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New Film "heartless: the story of the tinman" coming soon
The Wizard of Oz 70th Anniversary Edition on DVDTravel to the Land of Oz with Warner Home Video’s re-mastered Blu-ray and DVD release, The Wizard of Oz 70th Anniversary Ultimate Collector’s Edition, debuting September 29th, 2009. Featuring resolution six times higher than the standard DVD, the film’s release will be sheer perfection, marking a historic benchmark in the Blu-ray format. The limited and numbered Ultimate Collector’s Editions will feature 16 hours of bonus features – including four hours of never before seen footage. These packages will bear a silver label each containing a specific numbered version; once they sell out, they will never again be available to consumers.In this charming film adapted from L. Frank Baum’s timeless children’s tale, Dorothy and her dog Toto are caught in a tornado's path and somehow end up in the Land of Oz. “The Wizard of Oz” opened on Aug. 15, 1939 and is ranked among the top 10 best movies of all-time. The film received five Academy Award® nominations, including Best Picture and captured two Oscars® – Best Song (“Over the Rainbow”) and Best Original Score – plus a special award for Outstanding Juvenile Performance by Judy Garland.
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press site. Dakota Fanning may step into Dorothy's shoes for new Wizard of Oz Gifting collectible books to charitable organizations can pay off come tax time.Read a full article from Smart Business amgazineAmazing Oz music video from Asia ( we live in Oz)Watch this few minutes videoMichael Jackson in "The Wiz"Oz discussion at Geppi's Museum
Books from my collection on display in the Geppy museum in BaltimoreBelow is information about this exibition from Gepy Museum website Take a nostalgic stroll down the yellow brick road to celebrate the 70th anniversary of MGM’s lavish family classic, the 1939 adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s The Wizard of Oz, starring Judy Garland. Explore the legacy of the film, the books from which it came and the merchandise that it inspired.
Preview of books from my collection Another New Oz Movie In The Works...Article from independentstoriesinc.comMGM ANNOUNCES WIZARD OF OZ REMAKEArticle from scrapetv.comANDREW LLOYD WEBBERS WIZARD OF OZ PRODUCTIONArticle from broadwayworld.com45 years of "The Wizard"I recently obtain a book and found newspaper article from 1944. Below is an article. Proceeding through a bookstore the other day, we learned that L. Frank Baum's book for youngsters, The Wizard of OZ, had recently been reissued ( Bobbs-Merrill Co., Inidanapolis, 1944, 209 pp. 61 illustrations, $1.75). The book has been in circulation since 1900.
What the story says, then is: Don't believe in the big, b ad wolf ... don't be overawed by people who talk big... dig out the facts for yourself ... don't depend on hearsay and propaganda.
3D CGI feature film production with The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus by Frank BaumArticle from Animation Express.comInvesting safe haven: Collectible Oz booksIn this economic times, many investors looking for new and creative way to diversify their portfolio in hope to avoid the volatility of the stock market and boringness of bonds. Today's economic times reminds me somehow early 1980s US economy. I recently read an interesting article that was published in 1982 by Time magazine. I found a few phrases and statistics in this article that can still apply to today's market. Phrase like "Rare books make rich men wise and wise men rich." Example where a collection of rare books that cost $50,000 to build, can be donated to a library and deducted from taxes at the current value. So the collecting is free, and the gift may be named for the donor. Full article from Time magazineList of the collectable books connected to the American Film Institute’s list of the 100 greatest movies of all timeWizard of Oz is number 6 in the list of top 100, but you can see a whole list hereCGI Animated Wizard of Oz Film Well Under WaySome Oz fans may enjoy reading this articleWonderful Wizard of Oz and other early edition dust jacketsSome Oz fans may enjoy seeing early edition dust jackets. If interested,Wizard of Oz dust jacket -- click for a full blog Preview of a new documentary film related to Wizard of OzSome Oz fans may enjoy watching a preview of this documetary film. If interested,Frank Baum documentary -- click to watch a preview ( top left corner) EX LIBRIS BOOKPLATE of Frank BaumSome reader may enjoy an article on Ephemera as a natural accompaniment to books. If interested,Frank Baum bookplate-- click for a full blog The Wonderful Game of Oz from 1921
I recently acquired a rare The Wonderful Game of Oz and...Wonderful Game of Oz-- click for a full blog The Wonderful Weekend of Oz
The 2008 IWOC National Convention will be held in Fayetteville, New York, October 10-12.2008 Oz Convention-- click for a full blog Favorite Oz title(s)
Many Oz enthusiast have their own favorite Oz titles. Patchwork Girl Of Oz and Rinkitink in Oz was Ruth Thompsons favorite titles from Baums First fourteen Oz titles. Frank Baums favorite book was not even from the Oz series. It was Queen Zixi of IX. As of this point most favorite Oz titles out of First Forty by people who visisted and voted are ... Popular Oz title survey-- click to find Great blog for Oz enthusiastI recently discover a new blog that was created in February of 2008. Bill Campbell, posting his rare Oz books collection and providing comments to support his point of view. If interested,Oz enthusiast blog-- click for a full blog Original Wonderful Wizard of Oz bookThere were only 10,000 copies of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz published by Geo M. Hill in September 1899 that constitute first state of the first editions .... Wonderful Wizard of OZ -- click for a full blog
Should you preserve your Oz books or restore them? I was recently at the dealership waiting for the maintenance of my car. . .
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