- Hardcover: 304 pages
- Publisher: Back Stage Books; Signed edition (March 2005)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0823091953
- ISBN-13: 978-0823091959
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
A very charming read, July 5 2006
By E.L. - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Memories of a Munchkin: An Illustrated Walk Down the Yellow Brick Road (Hardcover)
As an avid Wizard of Oz fan for almost 20 years now, I've read just about every book about the making of the movie. I was beginning to feel that there was nothing more for me to learn about this movie, until I read this book. Mr. Raabe's book gives a very interesting, fresh perspective about making the film, or at least the Munchkinland sequences. His writing style is conversational, so you feel as though he's sitting right there telling you all about what it was like to be on the beautiful Munchkinland set (describing details that I had missed in my many viewings of the movie), what it was like to meet Judy Garland, and other behind-the-scenes tid-bits. His Munchkin Coroner career aside, Mr. Raabe has had a fascinating life as the original Little Oscar mascot for Oscar Mayer, and as a flight instructor for the Civil Air Patrol. In addition, there are many photos from the making of the film, which I have never seen before, as well as original art that was commisioned for this book and shows many different artists' interpretations of Oz and Munchkinland. I very highly recommend this book for any Oz fan!
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
One Terrific Book and Author!, Sep 1 2005
By Debbie Hoggan "The Hogganclan" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Memories of a Munchkin: An Illustrated Walk Down the Yellow Brick Road (Hardcover)
Our family met Meinhardt Raabe when our daughter was born with dwarfism 24 years ago. Meinhardt is an incredible person, and he speaks from his heart, in his daily life, as well as in this book, Memories of a Munchkin: An Illustrated Walk Down the Yellow Brick Road. He speaks openly and shares his life and experiences with you as if you were sitting down right next to him. You can't help but notice his genuine caring and sincerity coming through every page as he speaks candidly of his lifetime experiences. Our family highly recommends you buy this book. It will be a family treasure for many years to come.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
What an Oz-some book!, July 21 2005
By Spitzer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Memories of a Munchkin: An Illustrated Walk Down the Yellow Brick Road (Hardcover)
This book is a must-have for all Oz fans! You get a Munchkin's eye view of the filming of The Wizard of Oz. Memories of a Munchkin is jam-packed with rare photographs. It's like a feast for the eyes.You'll come away with a new-found respect for the always charming Meinhardt Raabe. With only 9 of the original 124 Munchkins still alive, this book is a treasure. I've talked to Meinhardt in person several times and he's always so sweet. After reading this book, you'll feel as though you've met him too!
Memories of a Munchkin is full of little known trivia and fascinating tid-bids, sure to please even the most casual Oz viewer.
If you only buy 1 book this year, make it Memories of a Munchkin!
Hats off to Meinhardt Raabe for such an Oz-some book!
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