Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

Name: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781408865279
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By J. K. Rowling and J.K. Rowling

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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone introduces readers to Harry Potter, an orphaned boy who discovers on his eleventh birthday that he is a wizard. As he begins his first year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, he learns about his magical heritage, makes lifelong friends, and encounters the dark remnants of his past. Amidst adventures, spells, and mystical creatures, Harry uncovers secrets that set the stage for his extraordinary journey.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of magical adventures and tales of self-discovery. It introduces a young boy who uncovers his extraordinary heritage and embarks on a journey through a school for wizards. With immersive world-building and captivating characters, it offers charm, mystery, and a touch of humour, making it a beloved choice for readers of all ages.

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Strange things always seem to happen when Harry Potter is around. Things that unsettle his guardians, the Dursleys. They strongly disapprove of strangeness.

It’s only when a letter arrives, delivered by a shaggy giant of a man called Hagrid, that Harry learns the truth that will transform his entire future: his parents were killed by the evil Lord Voldemort, and he, Harry, is a wizard.

Whisked away to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Harry discovers a world of enchantments, ghosts, Quidditch, and friends who will stand, through everything, by his side. But when Harry hears of a stone with great powers, he finds that his school has its own dark secrets – and an adventure that will become the stuff of legend begins.

These adult editions with glorious jacket art by Andrew Davidson are now available in hardback for the first time.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is widely praised for its appeal to both children and adults, enchanting readers with its humour, imagination, and thrilling narrative. Critics highlight its inventive and magical world, packed with memorable characters and settings, making it a modern literary classic often revisited by adults. The sophisticated plot and Rowling's creative storytelling have placed it among the standout literary adventures of the modern era.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408865279

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 August 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 202.0mm

Weight: 489g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

J.K. Rowling is the author of the record-breaking, multi-award-winning Harry Potter novels. Loved by fans around the world, the series has sold over 450 million copies, been translated into 77 languages, and made into 8 blockbuster films. She has written three companion volumes in aid of charity: Quidditch Through the Ages and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (in aid of Comic Relief ); and The Tales of Beedle the Bard (in aid of Lumos). She is writing a film script inspired by Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. She has received many awards and honours, including an OBE for services to children’s literature, France’s Légion d’Honneur, and the Hans Christian Andersen Award.

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