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

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In 1996, one year after finishing the book, Bloomsbury bought Jo’s first novel, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.

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She then continued Harry’s story as a grown-up in a stage play, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, which she wrote with playwright Jack Thorne and director John Tiffany. She also supports a number of causes through her charitable trust Volant and is the founder of the children’s charity Lumos. When a letter arrives for unhappy but ordinary Harry Potter, a decade-old secret is revealed to him that apparently he’s the last to know.K. Rowling's timeless classic features an opulent page size and an exclusive pull-out double gatefold of Diagon Alley; intricate foiled line art by Jim Kay on the real cloth cover and slipcase; gilt edges on premium grade paper; head and tail bands and two ribbon markers – the ultimate must-have edition for any fan, collector or bibliophile.

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Picture the magic with these dazzling, full-colour illustrated editions of the Harry Potter series (featuring complete and unabridged text).K. Rowling, I must thank them both for giving me ten years of happy scribbling, and for the opportunity of meeting so many Potter fans from all walks of life. Prepare to be spellbound by Jim Kay's dazzling depiction of the wizarding world and much loved characters in this full-colour illustrated hardback edition of the nation's favourite children's book – Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. The series established itself as an acclaimed international hit, with fans eagerly awaiting each new instalment. Jo loved living in the countryside and spent most of her time wandering across fields and along the river Wye with her sister.

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone: Illustrated Edition

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. Each Harry Potter Illustrated Edition represents a huge and unique creative endeavour to bring to life the magic of J. She claims that she never paid much attention in meetings because she was too busy scribbling down ideas.Such a funny-sounding name for a birthplace may have contributed to her talent for collecting odd names. We feel so grateful and privileged to have enjoyed Jim’s vision of the wizarding world, and recognise the staggering amount of dedication and work it represents. We've all found inspiration between the pages of Jo’s books; for myself, it's that intangible moment between reading words and creating pictures that I enjoyed, and shall miss, so much. Bloomsbury will now explore exciting new directions in illustration to complete publishing all seven Illustrated editions. I love his interpretation of Harry Potter’s world, and I feel honoured and grateful that he has lent his talent to it.