--- product_id: 11037651 title: "The Annotated Wizard of Oz (Centennial Edition)" price: "R1948" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/11037651-the-annotated-wizard-of-oz-centennial-edition store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # The Annotated Wizard of Oz (Centennial Edition) **Price:** R1948 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Annotated Wizard of Oz (Centennial Edition) - **How much does it cost?** R1948 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/11037651-the-annotated-wizard-of-oz-centennial-edition) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description desertcart.com: The Annotated Wizard of Oz (Centennial Edition): 9780393049923: L. Frank Baum, Michael Patrick Hearn, W. W. Denslow, Martin Gardner: Books Review: Informative and inclusive of original art work - I had the 70’s version of this book but sold it years ago. This new version has the same information and illustrations along with lots of updates and a better layout. This 1900 story is a true American fairy tale which inspired the iconic 1939 MGM film. Classic “Americana” at its best… Review: An OUTSTANDING annotation of OZ story. Not best for a "first" reading Oz, but AWESOME for someone looking to return for more! - This Annotated Wizard of Oz (Centennial Edition) is a comprehensive and in depth exploration of the original children's book by L.Frank Baum. I have long been a fan of the 1939 Hollywood movie version of the story, and have read the original story many times before. However, this annotated version opens the "OZ" world to a whole new level. Initially, there are about 100 pages that deal with the history of Baum, the Oz book, the illustrations, the public reception, critical reviews, the stage and movie treatments, and where it stands today. Outstanding. Next, the true "heart" of the book, is the annotated facsimile of the original Oz book. After re-reading the book this time, along with the detailed annotation notes, it was a whole new experience. I have a new understanding of Baum, his surrounding world and his thought process in writing "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz". This annotated version is NOT a book a would I recommend for young child or a first time reader of Oz. However, if you have "traveled" to Oz few times before, and would like something more, this version will take you to places a general reader could never imagine. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #184,602 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #35 in Children's Literary Criticism (Books) #388 in Teen & Young Adult Classic Literature #4,762 in Classic Literature & Fiction | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (250) | | Dimensions | 8.9 x 1.5 x 10.3 inches | | ISBN-10 | 0393049922 | | ISBN-13 | 978-0393049923 | | Item Weight | 3.55 pounds | | Language | English | | Print length | 396 pages | | Publication date | September 17, 2000 | | Publisher | W. W. Norton & Company | ## Images ![The Annotated Wizard of Oz (Centennial Edition) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71JDmrqZzBL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Informative and inclusive of original art work *by J***R on April 27, 2024* I had the 70’s version of this book but sold it years ago. This new version has the same information and illustrations along with lots of updates and a better layout. This 1900 story is a true American fairy tale which inspired the iconic 1939 MGM film. Classic “Americana” at its best… ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An OUTSTANDING annotation of OZ story. Not best for a "first" reading Oz, but AWESOME for someone looking to return for more! *by K***N on May 11, 2016* This Annotated Wizard of Oz (Centennial Edition) is a comprehensive and in depth exploration of the original children's book by L.Frank Baum. I have long been a fan of the 1939 Hollywood movie version of the story, and have read the original story many times before. However, this annotated version opens the "OZ" world to a whole new level. Initially, there are about 100 pages that deal with the history of Baum, the Oz book, the illustrations, the public reception, critical reviews, the stage and movie treatments, and where it stands today. Outstanding. Next, the true "heart" of the book, is the annotated facsimile of the original Oz book. After re-reading the book this time, along with the detailed annotation notes, it was a whole new experience. I have a new understanding of Baum, his surrounding world and his thought process in writing "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz". This annotated version is NOT a book a would I recommend for young child or a first time reader of Oz. However, if you have "traveled" to Oz few times before, and would like something more, this version will take you to places a general reader could never imagine. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A true delight for Oz fans! *by S***T on October 22, 2000* This beautiful, oversize, lavishly illustrated Centennial Edition of L. Frank Baum's "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" is a cornucopia of enjoyment for Oz fans. Edited by Oz expert Michael Patrick Hearn, it's annotated in a manner similar to Martin Gardner's "Annotated Alice" (Gardner contributes a preface outlining the history of the "The Annotated Wizard of Oz"). There's a hundred-page introduction, with lots of photos and color illustrations, covering Baum's life, his family, his non-Oz books, and the history of the Oz phenomenon (books, plays, musicals, movies, other Oz authors, and much more). The story itself is reproduced from the 1900 edition. W.W. Denslow's original illustrations, including all 24 color plates, are here too. Hearn's notes are entertaining, informative and very extensive. For example, there are three double-columned pages dealing with Baum's brief one-page introduction alone! Anyone who loves the Oz books will find countless hours of pleasure in this delightful book. It's well worth the price! --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/11037651-the-annotated-wizard-of-oz-centennial-edition](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/11037651-the-annotated-wizard-of-oz-centennial-edition) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*