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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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Most Helpful Customer Reviews   14 of 14 people found the following review helpful: A Real Treasure to have and enjoy!, 15 Feb 2007 By  Helyx (Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Europe) - See all my reviews 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!  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this)   6 of 7 people found the following review helpful: Storytime has another unassuming hero in Harry Potter., 19 Nov 1999 By A Customer Joanne Rowling has stepped into our hearts and minds in the form of Harry Potter. There is a little bit of Harry in all of us, just waiting to get out. This book takes us on a childhood journey of discovery, through the development of the main character Harry Potter. From the beginning of the first chapter we are aware that all is not 'normal' in Privet Drive. We travel with Harry as he throws off the trappings of his early life, in the world of his Aunt and Uncle (the Dursleys), to discover his true self.Join Harry, Ron and Hermione as they do battle with 'he who can't be named'. Discover the world of wizards and Hogwarts School of Wizardry. Joanne Rowling weaves a web of mystery and suspense that every reader will enjoy. I enjoyed reading it to my children. When I brought it to my 11 year old's teacher's attention she loved it. The rest of the class loved it so much that they nearly all rushed out to buy it, and the next in the series. My son's teacher said that she had to resist the temptation to read ahead privately, such was the way it captivated her. This book is a fine example of the magic of the written word. A magic that, when combined with imagination and interpretation, is nothing short of wonderful. Thankyou J.K.Rowling.  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this)   3 of 3 people found the following review helpful: all books by J.K.Rowling are the best books ever, 25 Oct 1999 By A Customer Harry Potter and the Philoshers stone is about a boy whos parents are dead and he has to go and live with his horrible aunt,uncle and cousin he then gets a letter telling him he is a wizard and the adventures begin.Once you pick this book up you cant put it down.I have read it 7 times and I still havent had enough of it.IF YOU DONT READ THIS BOOK YOU ARE MISSING OUT BIG TIME  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this) › See all 38 customer reviews...		Most Recent Customer Reviews Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Book 1) Alas, I have not read the "Special Edition", I wish some one did and could tell me if the only thing special about it is the red cover. Read more Published on 31 Jul 2005 by Conrad D. Steffen Absolutely Spectacular I was a little suspicious of the raving reviews and the apparent love of these books, but I was prompted to buy and read these by my elder sister. Read more Published on 13 Mar 2001 This book is amazing, there is no other word for it!!! In my opinion 5 stars is not enough for this book, it deserves more like 10 or even 100!!! It is by far the best and most enthralling book I have ever read and leaves you unable... Read more Published on 17 Feb 2001 by sara@kbury.freeserve.co.uk 5 STARS IS NOT ENOUGH!!! I am a 19 year old college student and my girlfriend made me read Harry Potter. I at first refused to because I thought it was only for little kids. She then called me a muggle. Read more Published on 7 Dec 2000 by jlincoln81@yahoo.com magical! I bought the first Harry Potter book, when I had seen the number of good reviews it had on Amazon. Although it is supposed to be a childrens book, I thoroughly enjoyed reading... Read more Published on 6 Oct 2000 by emmauk007 Absolutely Fantastic I have never read anything soooo brilliant. I'm 13 and live in Surrey and was given the first book by my Grandmother-praise goes to her! Read more Published on 30 Sep 2000 I'd give it 10 stars if I could! I'm 20 years old and have not read a book since I was 8 and that was only lisrening to the teacher reading it. Read more Published on 30 Aug 2000 by nathan.trowbridge@i12.com A Beautiful Edition Of An Excellent Book I bought the paperback edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone for my little brother (he's nine years younger than I am), read it all in one night, then went out and... Read more Published on 11 Jul 2000