The Road to Oz by L. Frank Baum (Reilly & Lee, Chicago)

Description Overview: Vintage hardback edition of L. Frank Baum's classic Oz tale, illustrated by John R. Neill and published by The Reilly & Lee Co., Chicago. A handsome early-to-mid 20th century printing featuring Neill's black-and-white illustrations and the iconic pictorial front cover. Highlights: - Publisher: The Reilly & Lee Co., Chicago (imprint on title page). - Illustrations: John R. Neill, numerous black-and-white line drawings. - Later printing with B&W interiors (earlier 1909 issues carried color plates). - Attractive pictorial cover with Dorothy and Oz characters. Why you'll love it A clean, display-worthy example of a beloved children's classic. Perfect for Oz collectors, vintage library decor, or a whimsical gift for readers who grew up with Dorothy, the Tin Woodman, Scarecrow, and the Cowardly Lion. Dating / background c. 1920s–1930s. The first edition appeared in 1909 from Reilly & Britton with 12 color plates; later Chicago editions under The Reilly & Lee Co. typically feature black-and-white illustrations only, which matches this copy. Condition Cover shows general shelf wear, light soil, and bumped corners. Mild spine roll. Interior pages generally clean with age-toning; binding sound. Owner name (Jane Goodwin) in pencil on front endpaper. Bookseller labels: Mary Goodwin Books & Prints (New York) on final page; small red sticker on back inside cover. Overall very nice and solid for age. Dimensions 9 1/4 x 7 in (H x W). Care Handle with clean, dry hands; store upright out of direct sunlight. If displaying the cover, use UV-protective glass. Consider an acid-free jacket or archival box for long-term preservation. Styling: Stack with other classic children's books, display on a nursery or study shelf, or stand the pictorial cover forward in a book easel for a pop of vintage color.