Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone: Illustrated Edition (Harry Potter, 1)

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Jim continues to be the creative essence for the imagery and the emotional heart of the book, visualising beloved characters, pivotal scenes and narrative moments. It is a testament to the power of this series, that while various other franchises (Twilight, Hunger Games) have surged into popularity and then faded, Harry Potter remains unwaveringly strong after nineteen years.

The mechanics of reaching a boarding school on a dedicated train laid on for the purpose and of sorting a boarding school into four groups to be housed in four towers was something I encountered at a still younger age in the early 70s in my mother's copy of First Term at Malory Towers (1946). But I will keep in mind that a host are reading it who simply will not read superior fare, such as Kenneth Grahame's "The Wind in the Willows" or the "Alice" books of Lewis Carroll. Readers feel a deep, emotional connection to his work, appreciating the stories in new ways as they marvel at the richness and artistry of each piece. In terms of visuals, there are illustrations by, among others, Olivia Lomenech Gill (who has authored one of the chapters as well), and wildlife photographs.

And in summer 2002, after the Movie wild success, Nahdet Masr publishing house got the rights and published the Arabic edition. Rowling has said of her teenage years, in an interview with The New Yorker, "I wasn’t particularly happy. Jim has invested so much in this series already and I was very conscious of not wanting to encroach on the stunning work which only he can do. From the details of the advertisements to the illuminated lights, this image cleverly contains the chaos of this big, purple behemoth, and Harry’s pure astonishment, having hailed it down!Rowling is the author of the seven Harry Potter books, which have sold over 600 million copies, been translated into over 80 languages, and made into eight blockbuster films.