The original book The Wonderful Wizard of Oz was written by L. Frank Baum and first published in 1900.

Key dates

  • The novel was completed and prepared for print in early 1900.
  • The first copy came off the press on May 17, 1900, when Baum assembled a copy by hand for his sister.
  • The official publication date recorded for the first edition is September 1, 1900.

Quick context

  • The book’s full original title is The Wonderful Wizard of Oz , later often shortened to The Wizard of Oz in reprints and adaptations.
  • It became an immediate children’s fantasy bestseller and eventually inspired the famous 1939 film adaptation.

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