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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Book 1) | 
 enlarge | Author: J.k. Rowling
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Category: Book
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Rating:  764 reviews
Sales Rank: 501
Media: Paperback
Edition: Children's ed
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Pages: 224
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.7 x 5 x 0.8
ISBN: 0747532745
EAN: 9780747532743
ASIN: 0747532745
Publication Date: June 26, 1997
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Say you've spent the first 10 years of your life sleeping under the stairs of a family who loathes you. Then, in an absurd, magical twist of fate you find yourself surrounded by wizards, a caged snowy owl, a phoenix-feather wand and jellybeans that come in every flavour, including strawberry, curry, grass and sardine. Not only that, but you discover that you are a wizard yourself! This is exactly what happens to young Harry Potter in J K Rowling's enchanting, funny debut novel, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. In the non-magical human world--the world of "Muggles"--Harry is a nobody, treated like dirt by the aunt and uncle who begrudgingly inherited him when his parents were killed by the evil Voldemort. But in the world of wizards, small, skinny Harry is renowned as a survivor of the wizard who tried to kill him. He is left only with a lightning-bolt scar on his forehead, curiously refined sensibilities and a host of mysterious powers to remind him that he's quite, yes, altogether different from his aunt, uncle, and spoilt, pig-like cousin Dudley. A mysterious letter, delivered by the friendly giant Hagrid, wrenches Harry from his dreary, Muggle-ridden existence: "We are pleased to inform you that you have been accepted at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry". Of course, Uncle Vernon yells most unpleasantly, "I AM NOT PAYING FOR SOME CRACKPOT OLD FOOL TO TEACH HIM MAGIC TRICKS!" Soon enough, however, Harry finds himself at Hogwarts with his owl Hedwig ... and that's where the real adventure--humorous, haunting, and suspenseful--begins. This magical, gripping, brilliant book--a future classic to be sure--will leave children clamouring for a sequel. (Ages 8-13) --Karin Snelson
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 Magical! June 13, 2007
KM (England)
37 out of 40 found this review helpful
In my overly-excited anticipation of the seventh and final novel coming out on 21st July `07, I've started reading the Harry Potter series again (for the third time) and I'm enjoying them just as much now as I did the very first time I read them.
`Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone' is the first book in the magical 7-book saga, introducing an orphaned young boy, Harry, who has been bought up for the past 10 years by his aunt and uncle, who have been keeping Harry's secret very well hidden from him.
To Harry's surprise and disbelief, once he reaches his 11th birthday he finds out that his is a wizard and is invited to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. And so this begins one of the most engrossing and enjoyable stories ever written.
The first book is obviously a great place to start. The book is reasonably short, the story is fairly straight-forward (for now!) and once you have gotten a few chapters in you will without a doubt be already deeply absorbed and won't be able to put it down.
JK Rowling has a special writing talent that many (most) other authors don't, where you actually feel like you have been to places like Hogwarts, Hogsmeade, Platform nine & three quarters and Privet Drive and have really met the likes of Ron and the Weasley family, Hermoine, Dumbledore, Snape, Voldermort, the Malfoys, the Dursleys, Hagrid and the rest of the memorable characters.
To anyone considering reading the Harry Potter books for the first time my advice would be this - join the hype, forget about the real world and enjoy six (most likely to be seven) of the best books ever written, that can be enjoyed by both children and adults alike.
A Short Reccomendation for those outside of the 9-11 bracket June 25, 1999
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
The Harry Potter series of books have lodged themselves in the hearts of children worldwide, with their mix of adventure and mystery, and maybe most importantly, they represent a rare breed of childrens fiction that in no way speaks down or condescends to the young reader. But wait for one second. Why should an adult not read a book simply because it falls into the category of childrens fiction, and has picked up a couple of Smartie Gold awards? I'm a 24 year old Phd student, and, for my sins, am now a total Harry Potter addict. I won't go into the plot, as here you'll find enough reviews that will give you the gist of the plot, but I certainly can't praise J.k Rowling enough. She's managed to write the way that I remember Roald Dahl books, that upon rereading in later years, haven't lived up to memories of childhood bed-time stories. The Harry Potter books, however, seem to mainline to the generic 'inner child', evoking a heady atomsphere, of suspense, comedy and camaraderie. A blindingly good read, that in paper back form, can fit inside any respectable journal, allowing you to read on public transport without attracting raised eyebrows. Buy it.
A Real Treasure to have and enjoy! February 15, 2007
Helyx (Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Europe)
15 out of 17 found this review helpful
I am so pleased with the Bloomsbury Special Edition/Clothbound. My copy was in mint condition, even though it had been on the shelf over a year, still sealed in plastic.
There were no dents - so the Hardboard to me looks durable. The pages were crisp. I really love the Typeset chosen for the Special Editions - it makes such a pleasurable read. The gold embossing was sharp. The gold trims on the page ends was a smooth tone. I liked the added sewn ribbon book mark. The Cover Illustration was so clear, really bringing out the watercolors.
I am glad Bloomsbury put so much attention to make sure this Special Edition series would be one that people could enjoy for years to come. I am a very satisfied customer!
An Absolute Must. November 8, 2001
18 out of 21 found this review helpful
I am not the first person you would be expecting to read this book because I'm a 20-year old male.The reason I bought the book was to see for myself what all this Harry Potter stuff was about. I am ashamed to say, that before the Philosopher Stone, I had never in my life read a book cover to cover, because I get too easily bored.
This book, however, had me up at all hours of the night, I couldn't put it down for a second and when I did, it was to start the next one in the series. I have been amazed to find that this "Childrens Book" has such far reaching appeal, you are both amazed by both the wonder and the detail of wizarding world and by the suspense that will leave the most adult of us guessing on every page. Absolutely Amazing, but be warned, make sure you have plenty of free time, because once you pick this up you won't want to put it down, I promise.
The Harry Potter Books are just fantastic! June 3, 2000
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
Last year, having heard so much about this Harry Potter character on the TV and in the newspapers, I went out and bought JK Rowling's first book,'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone'. I was hooked immediately! I have always enjoyed reading, but never have I been so taken in by a book before. I quickly bought Harry's marvellous sequels, 'The Chamber of Secrets' and 'Prisoner of Azkaban', and I just can't wait for the release of the fourth book in July. The characters, and even Hogwarts School itself, are just so totally believable - Rowling has a wonderful gift of immersing you completely in her work, giving you that adrenalin rush in all the exciting and tense parts of the books. Harry's books are 100% interactive - you find yourself smiling, frowning, being surprised, and may be even shedding a tear, with the characters as you read their breath-taking adventures. Words cannot describe how wonderful the Harry Potter books are! Well done JK Rowling! I am a secondary school teacher, and so this year I thought I'd share Harry Potter with my Year 8 Literacy group. They, too, have been hooked - they even asked, yes asked (without being forced!)to read the second book after finishing the first one last term. This is a great achievement and reveals the true magic of Harry Potter - He makes people WANT to read. I have raved about the books to my colleagues as well, and I know of a few who have read the books and thoroughly enjoyed them. Thanks again JK Rowling - keep up the good work. A big Harry Potter fan!
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