{"product_id":"the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-a-robert-ingpen-illustrated-classic-l-frank-baum","title":"The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: A Robert Ingpen Illustrated Classic, L. F Baum 1st Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report: \u003c\/strong\u003eNew: A brand-new, unread and professionally handled book. Carefully preserved from publication to purchase, these books are offered in the best attainable condition. This grade applies to recently published titles that have not entered long-term storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Note: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis volume represents a modern first edition thus of Baum’s iconic 1900 narrative, distinguished by the inclusion of over 70 original full-colour illustrations by the acclaimed Australian artist Robert Ingpen. Ingpen, a Hans Christian Andersen Medal laureate, brings a lush, highly textured visual depth to the classic text. As this specific Welbeck imprint recently went out of print (early 2026), pristine, unread first impressions of this illustrated edition are becoming increasingly desirable for collectors of modern classic children's literature and fine illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a terrifying cyclone uproots Dorothy's farmhouse in Kansas, she and her dog Toto are whisked away to the magical Land of Oz. To find her way home, Dorothy must follow the yellow brick road to the Emerald City to seek the help of the mysterious Wizard. Along the way, she befriends the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion, each seeking their own heart's desire in this timeless tale of bravery, friendship, and self-discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54233949307219,"sku":"4590","price":28.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/9781913519650.jpg?v=1783511426","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-a-robert-ingpen-illustrated-classic-l-frank-baum","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}