The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

'There's no place like home…' First published in 1900, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is one of the bestselling children's books of all time, and was the inspiration for the successful Broadway musical and film adaptations. Swept away by a tornado to the magical Land of Oz, young Dorothy Gale and her dog, Toto, embark on an adventure of a lifetime. Dorothy, eager to return to her family home in Kansas, is on a mission to find the mysterious and powerful Wizard for help. She is told to follow the yellow brick road, on which she befriends a scarecrow, tinman and cowardly lion – all of which are also seeking help from the Wizard. Packed full of enchanting characters, vivid settings and timeless lessons on friendship, courage and self-discovery, this much-loved classic has charmed readers of all ages across generations. This audiobook edition is brilliantly brought to life by Laurel Lefkow. Lyman Frank Baum (1856 – 1919) was an American author. A prolific writer, having produced numerous novels, short stories and poems, he is best known for his children's fantasy books, including The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, which continues to be a huge cultural influence to this day.