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Harry Potter - A Journey Through A History of Magic

By British Library
Harry Potter
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Harry Potter - A Journey Through A History of Magic by the British Library explores the magical world of Harry Potter through the lens of historical artefacts, magical creatures, and mysterious potions found in both wizarding and muggle worlds. It provides an engaging exploration of J.K. Rowling's inspirations, with fascinating details about the history of magic and enchanting illustrations. The book is a delightful discovery of wizarding lore as it connects real-world history with the enchanting tales of the Harry Potter universe.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this captivating read if you're fascinated by the rich lore and stunning artefacts that inspired a beloved magical world. Perfect for young adult readers, it offers a glimpse into the enchanting history and magical traditions that underpin the adventures of a certain young wizard, drawing you into a world of spells, mythical creatures, and wizardry education.

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Harry Potter - A Journey Through A History of Magic

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An irresistible romp through the history of magic, from alchemy to unicorns, ancient witchcraft to Harry’s Hogwarts – packed with unseen sketches and manuscript pages from J.K. Rowling, magical illustrations from Jim Kay, and weird, wonderful, and inspiring artefacts that have been magically released from the archives at the British Library.

This spellbinding book takes readers on a journey through the Hogwarts curriculum, including Herbology, Defence Against the Dark Arts, Astronomy, Divination, and more. Discover the truth behind making the Philosopher’s Stone, create your very own potion, and uncover the secret of invisible ink. Learn all about the history of mandrake roots and dragons, discover what witches really used their brooms for, pore over incredible images of actual mermaids, and read about real-life potions, astronomers, and alchemists.

The perfect gift for aspiring witches and wizards and any Harry Potter fan. Celebrating twenty years of Harry Potter magic, and produced in association with the British Library to support their major exhibition, Harry Potter: A History of Magic.

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Harry Potter - A Journey Through A History of Magic by the British Library offers a captivating look into the magical world, blending historical references with insights into the Harry Potter universe. The book is lauded for its engaging content that seamlessly combines artefacts and stories, appealing to both young readers and history enthusiasts alike. It's praised for the way it enriches the magical experience and fosters curiosity about the real history of magic.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408890776

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 October 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Childrens Books

Audience: General / adult, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 248.0mm

Weight: 800g

Pages: 144

Collections

Arts & Culture British Library Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Drawing, Colouring and Painting Books for Kids Education & Reference Fiction Harry Potter Science & Nature Travel & Adventure Young Adult

About the Author

This richly researched and fascinating exploration of magical history is written by the British Library’s curatorial team.

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