Lyman frank baum (1856- 19 19) is a famous American children's literature writer. Born in new york, USA. Baum spent his childhood in his father's manor, and he liked writing since he was a child. After becoming a father, Baum often recalls stories he heard in his childhood. He found the story of his childhood boring, so he began to write it himself. 1897 wrote The Story of Mother Goose, which was successfully published.

1900, Baum wrote The Wizard of Oz at the age of 45. After its publication, the book received rave reviews and was deeply loved by readers. Baum is therefore called the "father of fairy tales" in America. In the 1940s, The Wizard of Oz was adapted into a film by MGM, which has influenced it to this day.