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Quidditch Through the Ages

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Quidditch Through the Ages by J. K. Rowling is an enchanting guide to the exciting world of Quidditch, exploring its rich history and evolution in the magical realm. It delves into the origins, teams, and rules of the game, giving fans a deeper understanding of this beloved sport from the wizarding world. Packed with fascinating details, it's a delightful read for anyone captivated by the magic of sports in the Harry Potter universe.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the magical sport that captivates wizards and witches in the Harry Potter universe. It offers a delightful exploration of the game's history, rules, and legendary teams, making it a charming read for young fans and anyone interested in the enchanting world of Quidditch.

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Quidditch Through the Ages

Brand new edition of the most famous sports book in the wizarding world – an irresistible read for all Harry Potter fans. J.K. Rowling’s original text, with gorgeous jacket art by Jonny Duddle and line illustrations throughout by Tomislav Tomic.

Brand new edition of the most famous sports book in the wizarding world – an irresistible read for all Harry Potter fans. J.K. Rowling’s original text, with gorgeous jacket art by Jonny Duddle and line illustrations throughout by Tomislav Tomic.

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A perennial bestseller in the wizarding world and one of the most popular books in the Hogwarts School library, Quidditch Through the Ages contains all you will ever need to know about the history, the rules – and the breaking of the rules – of the noble sport of Quidditch.

Packed with fascinating facts, this definitive guide by the esteemed Quidditch writer Kennilworthy Whisp charts the game’s history from its early origins in the medieval mists on Queerditch Marsh, through to the modern-day sport loved by so many wizard and Muggle families around the world.

With comprehensive coverage of famous Quidditch teams, the commonest fouls, the development of racing brooms, and much more, this is a must-have sporting bible for all Harry Potter fans, Quidditch lovers, and players, whether the weekend amateur or the seasoned Chudley Cannons season-ticket holder.

This brand new edition of the most famous sports book in the wizarding world pairs J.K. Rowling’s original text with gorgeous jacket art by Jonny Duddle and line illustrations throughout by Tomislav Tomic. A contribution from the sale of each book will go to Comic Relief.

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Quidditch Through the Ages by J.K. Rowling is praised for being an engaging and informative read for Quidditch enthusiasts. Albus Dumbledore appreciates it as a delight for players and spectators alike, while Bathilda Bagshot highlights its wealth of previously unknown information about the magical sport. Readers who enjoy Quidditch are likely to find it both instructive and entertaining, according to a review by Which Broomstick?

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408883082

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 January 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Childrens Books

Illustration: 30 black-and-white line illustrations

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 140g

Pages: 144

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational J.K. Rowling Young Adult

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 79 languages, and made into eight 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), as well as a screenplay inspired by Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. She has also collaborated on a stage play, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One and Two, which opened in London’s West End in the summer of 2016. In 2012, J.K. Rowling’s digital company Pottermore was launched, where fans can enjoy her new writing and immerse themselves deeper in the wizarding world. J.K. Rowling has written a novel for adult readers, The Casual Vacancy, and also writes crime novels under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith. 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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