The Wizard of Oz as American myth
Subtitle: a critical study of six versions of the story, 1900-2007
By: Alissa Burger
Publisher: McFarland & Co.
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Jefferson, NC
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9780786466436
Subjects: Oz (Imaginary place); Popular culture and literature; Adaptations; Children's stories, American; History and criticism; History
Description: "This volume examines six especially significant incarnations of the story. A close consideration of these works demonstrates how versions of Baum's tale are influenced by and help shape notions of American myth, including issues of gender, race, home, and magic, and makes clear that the Wizard of Oz narrative remains compelling and relevant today"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction: Down the yellow brick road; title: Reinventing American myth; title: Between text and performance; title: Wicked and wonderful women; title: Race, history, and representation; title: Home sweet home; title: Magic and witchcraft; title: Conclusion: The never-ending yellow brick road.