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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

Harry Potter, 1997 by J.K. Rowling

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Description

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is the first novel in the Harry Potter series and J.K. Rowling's debut novel. The plot follows Harry Potter, a young wizard who discovers his magical heritage, as he makes close friends and a few enemies in his first year at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. With the help of his friends, Harry faces an attempted comeback by the dark wizard Lord Voldemort, who killed Harry's parents but failed to kill Harry when he was just a year old.
Age
7-11
Text complexity
proficient
Length
332 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Engaging plot
  • Rich character development
  • Imaginative world-building
  • Themes of friendship and bravery