“Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” is the first book in the immensely popular Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling.
It introduces readers to the young orphaned wizard, Harry Potter, and the magical world he enters when he learns of his true heritage.
| Title | Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone |
| Author | J.K. Rowling |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury; 1st edition (September 1, 2014) |
| Language | English |
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| Number of pages | 342 pages |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 23,884 Reviews |
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Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone Novel by J. K. Rowling
The story begins with Harry Potter, a young boy living with his abusive aunt, uncle, and cousin, the Dursleys.
Upon turning eleven, Harry gets a letter to Hogwarts, but his relatives try to hide his magical potential in “Harry Potter.”
However, the letters keep arriving, and Hagrid, the Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts, arrives to bring Harry to the wizarding world.
At Hogwarts, Harry makes friends for the first time, including Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger.
Voldemort’s curse backfired, marking Harry with a lightning-bolt scar and rendering Voldemort powerless when he tried to kill him.
Harry, Ron, and Hermione uncover a plot to steal the stone, and they embark on a series of adventures to protect it from falling into the wrong hands.
In the climax, Harry confronts possessed Professor Quirrell in Hogwarts’ chambers, battling the weakened but malevolent Voldemort.
Harry, aided by love and his mother’s sacrifice, conquers Quirrell and thwarts Voldemort’s return to full strength in the story.
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Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone Novel by J. K. Rowling
Conclusion
“Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” is a captivating and magical introduction to the world of Harry Potter.
The book establishes the series with key characters, themes of love, friendship, and an enduring battle of good versus evil.
Its enchanting storytelling has won the hearts of readers, establishing it as a cherished classic in children’s literature for all ages.
FAQs
The book was originally published as “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” in the UK, but the title was changed to “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” for the U.S. release.
There are seven books in the Harry Potter series, with “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” being the first.
The book is primarily aimed at middle-grade and young adult readers, but its universal themes, rich storytelling, and intricate world-building have made it a beloved series for readers of all ages, from children to adults.
