Download or read book Adapting the Wizard of Oz written by Danielle Birkett and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2018-12-04 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume examines 'The Wizard of Oz' and its surrounding culture, centering on three areas of study: early adaptations of Baum's novels, insights into the MGM film, and the legacy of 'The Wizard of Oz' on the popular stage. Although the articles will devote some attention to the genesis of the musical and the biographical profiles of the creative team, the text will prioritize critical and analytical readings.