We work hard to protect your security and privacy. JK Rowling is a credit to children and adult fiction. In addition, Harry’s prowess in flying on a broomstick makes him a star of Gryffindor’s Quidditch team. The level of detail that goes into making this parallel world believeable is the biggest talent of all for J K Rowling. The first book in the Harry Potter series, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (or Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone in the US) is written from the point-of-view of the 11-year-old Harry Potter. This is the only book in the series with any difference in the title. Get exclusive access to content from our 1768 First Edition with your subscription. My daughter was seven with the original Library copy of the Philospher's Stone, we took turns in reading a page each. Yes the book is as good as the hype, the kids will love it, if they can get it off dad first. Updates? It reads fluently from page to page. Quirrell fails to figure out how to retrieve the Stone from the Mirror of Erised (the final protective measure) and forces Harry to try. Please select which sections you would like to print: Corrections? It opens people's imagination and a whole new world is awakened. Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is an enthralling start to Harry’s journey toward coming to terms with his past and facing his future. Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2013. Maybe it's not as different as I think. It was the first book written by Rowling, and she was praised for creating well-rounded characters and a fully realized wizard universe that coexisted with the present world. Harry gradually comes to the conclusion that Professor Snape, who teaches Potions, dislikes him intensely and is trying to get hold of whatever is behind the trapdoor. they changed the name to Sorcerers stone for the American crowd. So back to present day and a gift for a rather cool teenager, what better than the hardback version of the only book in the series that we did not actually own a copy of. On Harry’s 11th birthday, a giant named Hagrid arrives and reveals that Harry is a wizard and that he has been accepted at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. She previously worked on the Britannica Book of the Year and was a member... (From left) Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson in. It was the first book written by Rowling, and she was praised for creating well-rounded characters and a fully realized wizard universe that … First class, Rowling is up there with Dahl and Sheppherd, in those classic children books which are just that little bit more. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 4, 2011. Please try again. In the UK, and in most other English-language editions, it was titled, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. BTW - she's 20 years old!!! Way back when we started to read Harry Potter to our children, the first book being borrowed from the Library without knowing a huge amount about it. But the real reason that Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, published 20 years ago Monday, took on more of a Mickey Mouse vibe across the pond had everything to do with marketing.Simply put, J.K. Rowling’s U.S. publisher didn’t think the first “Harry Potter” book sounded magical enough with her original U.K. title ― even though it references the stuff of actual legend. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. One day Harry is astonished to receive a letter addressed to him in the cupboard under the stairs (where he sleeps). It was first published in Britain in 1997 and appeared in the United States the following year under the title Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Amazon.in - Buy Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone book online at best prices in India on Amazon.in. After learning that Hagrid revealed the secret way to lull the three-headed dog to sleep to a suspicious stranger, whom they believe to be either Snape or Voldemort, they are certain that the Philosopher’s Stone is in danger. Particularly, the early books that were somewhat less dark and a bit more fun. Before he can open the letter, however, Uncle Vernon takes it. In Stock. This book was the actual first book of Rowling. at first i was a little hesitant to buy a used copy from a vendor here (az-mazing itemz) off of amazon but went ahead since the vendor had an excellent rating. Upon arrival at the school, the students are sorted into one of four houses—Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, or Slytherin. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. The book was as advertised. Later, headmaster Albus Dumbledore explains that the mirror shows the viewer’s deepest desire. Many characters throughout the book used their magic as an advantage over others because they were better at certain things. First British Limited Edition hardcover, Bloomsbury Press. The book is beautifully crafed and many aspects of childhood covered. No problems there. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 17, 1999. Only 3 pages had a very small fold in the upper corner, took less than 30 seconds to bend them back. A rare first edition copy of a Harry Potter book has sold at auction for £68,812 far exceeding its estimated valuation of £40,000 to £60,000. FANTASTIC book for young lady who's into Harry Potter. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. For the 2020 holiday season, returnable items shipped between October 1 and December 31 can be returned until January 31, 2021. Amongst all the designer clothes, CD's and perfume in the Christmas stocking this bought the biggest smile along with the Harry Potter Lego! There was a problem loading your book clubs. The six later novels about Harry’s further adventures at Hogwarts were equally popular.
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