The Wizard of Oz was a hit when the book was published in 1900. But it became permanently embedded in the cultural consciousness when the 1939 film came to theaters. It's a story of courage, a story of love, and a tale that resonates universally among the young and the old. If she's a woman who has always loved Dorothy, or he's a guy who identifies with her pack of tender-hearted friends, there's a gift idea for them at Findgift. Discover decorations for their home, jewelry, and toys.