An illustrated, annotated reproduction of the 1900 edition of the story of Dorothy's journey over the rainbow to the wonderful world of Oz; with discussion of character sources, critical interpretations, and information on the life of author L. Frank Baum.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 383-396).

Introduction -- The cyclone -- The council with the Munchkins -- How Dorothy saved the Scarecrow -- The road through the forest -- The rescue of the Tin Woodman -- The Cowardly Lion -- The journey to the great Oz -- The deadly poppy field -- The Queen of the field mice -- The Guardian of the Gate -- The wonderful Emerald City of Oz -- The search of the Wicked Witch -- The rescue -- The Winged Monkeys -- The discovery of Oz, The Terrible -- The magic art of the Great Humbug -- How the balloon was launched -- Away to the South -- Attacked by the Fighting Trees -- The Dainty China Country -- The Lion becomes the King of Beasts -- The country of the Quadlings -- The Good Witch grants Dorothy's wish -- Home again.