L. Frank Baum

Lyman Frank Baum was a prolific American author best known for his Oz series.

Born in Chittenango, New York, he pursued various careers before finding success in children's literature.

Baum wrote 14 Oz books, 41 other novels, and numerous short stories, poems, and scripts.

He pioneered in bringing his works to stage and screen, with the 1939 film adaptation of his first Oz book becoming iconic.

Baum's writings often anticipated future technologies and social changes.

His final project involved establishing a children's film studio in Los Angeles.

Baum's creativity and imagination continue to influence literature and popular culture.