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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

The Original Screenplay
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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them by J.K. Rowling is a charming textbook from the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry that serves as a companion to the Harry Potter series. It explores a variety of magical creatures encountered by wizards and witches worldwide, providing fascinating details on their habitats, behaviours, and magical properties. The book takes readers on a whimsical journey through the magical animal kingdom, enlightening and entertaining Harry Potter fans.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a keen interest in magical creatures and the wizarding world. Immerse yourself in a richly detailed guide that offers a unique insight into the fascinating array of beings that inhabit the universe beloved by many. Whether you're a fan of spells and adventures or curious about the natural history of magical creatures, this imaginative exploration is sure to captivate you.

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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

J.K. Rowling's screenwriting debut is captured in this exciting hardcover edition of the Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them screenplay.

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When Magizoologist Newt Scamander arrives in New York, he intends his stay to be just a brief stopover. However, when his magical case is misplaced and some of Newt's fantastic beasts escape, it spells trouble for everyone...

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them marks the screenwriting debut of J.K. Rowling, author of the beloved and internationally bestselling Harry Potter books. Featuring a cast of remarkable characters, this is epic, adventure-packed storytelling at its very best.

Whether an existing fan or new to the wizarding world, this is a perfect addition to any reader's bookshelf.

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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them by J.K. Rowling is generally well-received, with readers praising its imaginative depiction of magical creatures and the detailed expansion of Rowling's wizarding world. Many appreciate the book's creative illustrations and educational style, making it a delightful companion to the Harry Potter series. Some reviews mention it as an enjoyable read for both children and adults, though a few note it functions more as a supplementary text rather than a standalone narrative.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408708989

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 November 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Little, Brown

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 220.0mm

Weight: 440g

Pages: 304

About the Author

J.K. Rowling is the author of the bestselling Harry Potter series of seven books, which have 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. J.K. Rowling has also collaborated on a stage play, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One and Two, which opens 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.

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