Collectible- Ozoplaning with The Wizard of Oz by Ruth

Ozoplaning with the Wizard of Oz (1939) is the thirty-third book in the classic Oz series, written by Ruth Plumly Thompson and illustrated by John R. Neill. Published in 1939, this installment continues the adventures in L. Frank Baum’s magical land, featuring beloved characters like Dorothy, the Tin Woodman, the Scarecrow, and the Wizard himself. The story opens with a festive gathering in the Emerald City, where the Wizard unveils his latest invention: the ozoplanes, fantastical flying machines named the Ozpril and the Oztober.

 Published the same year as the iconic MGM film “The Wizard of Oz,” this book was designed to appeal to moviegoers and Oz fans alike, making it a piece of literary and pop culture history.

As part of the “Famous Forty” Oz books, it is a must-have for collectors and fans of the series, continuing the legacy of Baum’s world with new flights of fancy and adventure.

The book features vibrant illustrations by Neill, whose artwork is synonymous with the Oz series.

This edition is highly sought after by collectors & Oz enthusiasts.