It's hard to believe, but "The Wizard of Oz," one of the It's hard to believe, but "The Wizard of Oz," one of the most beloved movies of all time, celebrates its 72nd most beloved movies of all time, celebrates its 72nd birthday since its release August 12birthday since its release August 12thth 1939. Not only 1939. Not only

has the classic story of Dorothy and her funny friends has the classic story of Dorothy and her funny friends entertained generations of moviegoers, it has also entertained generations of moviegoers, it has also taught us some unforgettable lessons about life.taught us some unforgettable lessons about life.

Lyman Frank Lyman Frank Baum (May 15, 1856 Baum (May 15, 1856 – May 6, 1919) was – May 6, 1919) was

the American author the American author of many children’s of many children’s books. He is best books. He is best

known for writing known for writing The Wonderful The Wonderful Wizard Of OzWizard Of Oz. .

Film historians reckon Film historians reckon that "The Wizard Of that "The Wizard Of

Oz" might be the most Oz" might be the most viewed film of all time. viewed film of all time. The Wizard of Oz was The Wizard of Oz was released as a musical released as a musical

fantasy. fantasy. Baum died twenty Baum died twenty

years before the film years before the film was released.was released.