L. Frank Baum, creator of Oz
Subtitle: [a biography]
By: Katharine M. Rogers.
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Published: 2002
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 318
Subjects: Baum, L. Frank 1856-1919; Authors, American -- 20th century -- Biography; Children's stories, American -- History and criticism; Children -- Books and reading -- United States -- History -- 20th century; Oz (Imaginary place)
Genres: Biography.
Description: "Since it was first introduced over a hundred years ago in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, L. Frank Baum's world of Oz has become one of the most enduring and beloved creations in children's literature. It has influenced numerous prominent writers and intellectuals and become a lasting part of the culture itself.".

"In this adult biography of Baum, Katharine M. Rogers discusses some of the aspects that made his work unique and have likely contributed to Oz's long-lasting appeal, including Baum's early support of feminism and how it was reflected in his characters, his interest in theosophy and how it took form in his books, and the celebration in his stories of traditional American values.

Grounding his imaginative creations, particularly in his fourteen Oz books, in the reality of his day, Rogers explores the fascinating life and influences of America's greatest writer for children."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: "Works by L. Frank Baum": p. [291]-296.
Includes bibliographical references (p. [297]-304) and index.