Buy the first 9 Wizard of Oz books by Ruth Plumly Thompson and save over 50%!

Over 20 years ago, Judy Lynn Del Rey, founder of leading science fiction and fantasy publisher Del Rey Books, set out to publish the Oz books of Ruth Plumly Thompson for the first time ever in paperback. Not only did this mark the first reissue of these titles in the nearly two decades that they had been out-of-print, but it also was the first time ever that Thompson's first Oz book -- The Royal Book of Oz -- appeared in print credited to her and not Baum. We were thrilled to recently obtain a supply of the very first printings of the first nine Del Rey Ruth Plumly Thompson Oz books in paperback! These first printings are all in excellent condition, with only a few slight nicks and creases typical of vintage books. Each title boasts all of John R. Neill's original black-and-white drawings and a comprehensive four-page Oz map. Seven of these nine books were recently reissued by Random House in "Print-on-Demand" editions, but the cover art had to be digitally "stretched" to accommodate wider margins, thus distorting the original cover paintings. Luckily, these original printings we offer here retain the dimensions that preserve the wonderful quality of the cover art.

Taking over for L Frank Baum was no easy task, but Ruth Plumly Thompson managed to not only maintain the Oz spirit but expand the Oz fun into new territories and new adventures. Her rich imagination and deft use of language added an extra touch of humor and charm to her Oz creations. Reading one of her books, you will find her Oz characters both ingenious and endearing, and her Oz adventures both joyful and surprising. The current "Print-on-demand" editions are priced $15 to $19 each and copies of these first paperback editions can be found online and in collectible stores for $20 each and more. But now -- while our supply lasts -- we're pleased to offer you the complete set of 9 Ruth Plumly Thompson paperbacks in their first Del Rey printings for just $74.95! Don't miss out on this great chance to add these wonderful editions to your Oz library!

The Royal Book of Oz #15
In which the Scarecrow hunts for his ancestors- and is hailed as Emperor of a subterranean kingdom that knows nothing of Oz!

Kabumpo in Oz #16
In which Kabumpo the Elegant Elephant accompanies Prince Pompadore as he seeks the hand of Princess Ozma, the supposed "proper princess" who can save his kingdom of Pumperdink from disappearance.

The Cowardly Lion of Oz #17
In which Notta Bit More, the circus clown, accidentally utters the transformation spell that sends him and Bob Up, the orphan boy, from the U.S. to the Munchkin kingdom of Mudge.

Grampa in Oz #18
In which King Fumbo of Ragbad loses his head in a storm and Prince Tatters, accompanied by the wise and wonderful old soldier Grampa, sets off to find the king's head, a fortune, and a princess.

The Lost King of Oz #19
In which Mombi, perhaps the wickedest witch in Oz history, sets out to find the legendary Lost King of Oz whom she enchanted many years before.

Hungry Tiger of Oz #20
In which the winsome Hungry Tiger is whisked away to the Kingdom of Rash in an attempt to satisfy his appetite.

The Gnome King of Oz #21
In which Ruggedo, the wicked old Gnome King, escapes from Runaway Island and sets out to reclaim his own kingdom and ravage Oz.

The Giant Horse of Oz #22
In which the Scarecrow, tiny Trot from California, and Benny (a living statue from Boston) encounter High Boy, whose telescopic legs and airy personality make him in every way the Giant Horse of Oz!

Jack Pumpkinhead of Oz #23
In which Peter, the lad from Philadelphia, joins forces with Jack Pumpkinhead to rescue Ozma and the Emerald City from conquest by Mogodore, the infamous Red Baron of Baffleburg.