Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone: Illustrated Edition

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Prepare to be spellbound by Jim Kays dazzling depiction of the wizarding world and much loved characters in this full-colour illustrated hardback edition of the nations favourite childrens book Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone. Brimming with rich detail and humour that perfectly complements J.K. Rowlings timeless classic, Jim Kays glorious illustrations will captivate fans and new readers alike. When a letter arrives for unhappy but ordinary Harry Potter, a decade-old secret is revealed to him that apparently hes the last to know. His parents were wizards, killed by a Dark Lords curse when Harry was just a baby, and which he somehow survived. Leaving his unsympathetic aunt and uncle for Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Harry stumbles upon a sinister mystery when he finds a three-headed dog guarding a room on the third floor. Then he hears of a missing stone with astonishing powers, which could be valuable, dangerous or both. An incredible adventure is about to begin!

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Kays illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone is a triumph a book so alive it seems to jump, explode and slither out of your hands as you read * Telegraph *
Seeing Jim Kays illustrations moved me profoundly. I love his interpretation of Harry Potters world, and I feel honoured and grateful that he has lent his talent to it * J.K. Rowling *
The most handsome and desirable gift book of the year. It is stunning with full colour illustrations throughout from Greenaway Medal winner Kay, who breathes incredible life into these much loved characters and locations, staying faithful to Rowlings vision but revitalising the story for a new generation * Bookseller *
One of the greatest literary adventures of modern times * Sunday Telegraph *
The Harry Potter stories will join that small group of childrens books which are read and reread into adulthood * Times Literary Supplement *

Author Bio

J.K. Rowling is the author of the record-breaking, multi-award-winning Harry Potter novels. Loved by fans around the world, the series has sold over 450 million copies, been translated into 78 languages, and made into 8 blockbuster films. She has written three companion volumes in aid of charity: Quidditch Through the Ages and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (in aid of Comic Relief), and The Tales of Beedle the Bard (in aid of Lumos), as well as a film script inspired by Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. In 2012, J.K. Rowlings digital company Pottermore was launched, where fans can enjoy her new writing and immerse themselves deeper in the wizarding world. J.K. Rowling has written a novel for adult readers, The Casual Vacancy, and also writes crime novels under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith. As well as receiving an OBE for services to childrens literature, she has received many awards and honours, including Frances Lgion dhonneur and the Hans Christian Andersen Award. Jim Kay won the Kate Greenaway Medal in 2012 for his illustrations in A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness. He studied illustration at the University of Westminster, and worked in the Library & Archives of Tate Britain and then as an assistant curator of botanical illustrations at the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew before returning to producing art full-time. After a one-man exhibition at Richmond Gallery he was approached by a publisher and his freelance career began. Alongside his illustration work, Jim has produced concept work for film and television, and contributed to the group exhibition Memory Palace at the V&A museum in London. The Illustrated Edition of Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone was published to international acclaim. Bloomsbury has commissioned Jim to illustrate all seven books in J.K. Rowlings classic series. Jim lives and works in Northamptonshire with his partner.