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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
Harry Potter has no idea how famous he is. That's because he's being raised by his miserable aunt and uncle who are terrified Harry will learn that he's really a wizard, just as his parents were. But everything changes when Harry is summoned to attend an infamous school for wizards, and he begins to discover some clues about his illustrious birthright. From the surprising way he is greeted by a lovable giant, to the unique curriculum and colorful faculty at his unusual school, Harry finds himself drawn deep inside a mystical world he never knew existed and closer to his own noble destiny.
Editorial Reviews
* "Readers are in for a delightful romp with this award-winning debut from a British author who dances in the footsteps of P.L. Travers and Roald Dahl."*Publishers Weekly, starred review* "Rowling's wonderful ability to put a fantastic spin on sports, student rivalry, and eccentric faculty contributes to the humor, charm, and, well, delight of her utterly captivating story."*Booklist, starred review* "Harry himself is the perfect confused and unassuming hero, whom trouble follows like a wizard's familiar. After reading this entrancing fantasy, readers will be convinced that they, too, could take the train to Hogwarts School, if only they could find Platform Nine and Three Quarters at the King's Cross Station." *School Library Journal, starred review
Readers Top Reviews
Sara BertrandLinda D
The front cover is badly bent ,back cover shows normal wear so not completely horrible. My main problem is with the pages themselves . Several looked as if they were left face down open in dirt. Far from what I expected and I'm tears because I bought this for my birthday and the condition is just gross.
Kat
Perfect condition! Had to replace my first one since it was stolen:( but I couldn’t be happier! (Btw anyone who hasn’t read this series, stop everything and buy this book. Read this series. Your life will change, trust me.)
Hellogoodbuy
Seen the movies a handful of times but decided I wanted to read the books. The movies do a good job but there are pieces that are missing or not explained that kept me not understanding the whole story. Reading the books help to fill those gaps and I’m constantly telling my bf how stuff really went down at Hogwarts! Also there are other characters the movies don’t include and the more detail about hedwig and other creatures makes the books so enjoyable. I’ve read the first 3 Harry Potter book is in one month!
Allison Geitner
This book is a great value! If you can afford it and don’t have the hard cover books, I suggest you invest in them because they are so beautiful! I grabbed this because my husband wanted to re-read this and I have the hardcovers at my parents house (across the country) so I figure I can pass this along to a local school when I’m done! I will also say that if you or your child are dyslexic, the hardcover is also a joy to read and this would be more frustrating.
lilly
I got this book, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, after my old copy got lost during a move. I just couldn't not have this book in my book collection! The Harry Potter books were the reason I fell in love with reading and make-believe worlds and I have JK Rowling to thank for that. The writer created a magical, wizarding world which will inevitably give you homey and warm feelings all over; by the end of this book, you'll want to be a wizard! The book is about a young boy, Harry Potter, and his adventures in Hogwarts (a wizarding school) after discovering he is a wizard by a very diverse, funny, warm and very big, Hagrid, the groundskeeper at Hogwarts. We're introduced to the rest of the trio, Hermione and Ron in Hogwarts. Rowling takes us through Harry's struggles at being an orphan, a newly wizard, and famous for surviving a curse by the darkest wizard of all times; it easily keeps you hooked! I loved the amazing character development we see with the trio, especially with Ron, who started out shy and awkward but slowly became braver. This book is full of mystery, adventure, and multiple plot twists and I couldn’t be happier! The Harry Potter books are a must for any fantasy, magical readers. I rate it an easy 5 star! JK Rowling wrote a masterpiece and everyone (no matter the age) will fall in love with the wizarding world.
