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The Wizard of Oz and philosophy : wicked wisdom of the West /

"Essays explore philosophical themes in the Wizard of Oz saga, comprising the books by L. Frank Baum, the 1939 film, the novel Wicked, and related films and plays"--Provided by publisher.

Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Auxier, Randall E., 1961-, Seng, Phillip S., 1970-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Chicago, Ill. : Open Court, [2008]
Series:Popular culture and philosophy ; v. 37.
Subjects:
Baum, L. Frank > (Lyman Frank), > 1856-1919. > Wizard of Oz.
Philosophy in literature.
Baum, L. Frank > (Lyman Frank), > 1856-1919 > Adaptations.
Children's stories, American > History and criticism.
Fantasy fiction, American > History and criticism.
Oz (Imaginary place)
Description
Summary:"Essays explore philosophical themes in the Wizard of Oz saga, comprising the books by L. Frank Baum, the 1939 film, the novel Wicked, and related films and plays"--Provided by publisher.
Physical Description:ix, 366 pages ; 23 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780812696578 (trade paper : alk. paper)
0812696573 (trade paper : alk. paper)