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. His parents were wizards, killed by a Dark Lord's curse when Harry was just a baby, & which he somehow survived. Leaving his unsympathetic aunt & uncle for Hogwarts, a wizarding school brimming with ghosts & enchantments, 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! These new editions of the classic & internationally bestselling, multi-award-winning series feature instantly pick-up-able new jackets with huge child appeal, to bring Harry Potter to the next generation of readers. It's time to PASS THE MAGIC ON...
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Galloping gargoyles … 2022 is the silver anniversary of J.K. Rowling’s magical classic Harry Potter & the Philosopher’s Stone! In celebration of 25 years of Harry Potter magic, Bloomsbury is proud to be releasing a special commemorative edition featuring the much loved original cover design, with artwork by Thomas Taylor. After its first publication in 1997, the illustration of Harry Potter with his lightning bolt scar, standing next to the Hogwarts Express on Platform Nine & Three-Quarters, would go on to become one of the most iconic book covers of the twentieth century, offering a tantalising first glimpse of J.K. Rowling’s endlessly spellbinding wizarding world. Since then, Harry Potter & his epic adventures have become a cultural phenomenon, bewitching millions of readers all across the globe. This irresistible anniversary edition – available for one year only – will bring back treasured memories for the fans who remember the excitement when Harry’s journey first began, as well as introduce a new generation to the unforgettable story of the Boy Who Lived. In addition to a bright dust jacket emblazoned with a removable silver sticker, readers will discover a wealth of celebratory bonus content inside. Decorated with the original h&-drawn Hogwarts crest, the inside pages also feature the fully updated & redesigned story text to provide the perfect reading experience. The ultimate Harry Potter gift & a must for any bookshelf, this once-in-a-generation collector’s edition of Harry Potter & the Philosopher’s Stone will take you on the magical journey of a lifetime … ...

The Gryffindor Edition Celebrate 20 years of Harry Potter magic with four special paperback editions of Harry Potter & the Philosopher's Stone. Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw... ‘ Potter, did she say?’ ‘ The Harry Potter?’ Twenty years ago these magical words & many more flowed from a young writer's pen, an orphan called Harry Potter was freed from the cupboard under the stairs
- & a global phenomenon started. Harry Potter has been at the heart of Waterstones since the first copies of Harry Potter & the Philosopher’s Stone came into our hands & the series has been read & loved by every new generation since. We’re delighted to share these four House Editions of J.K. Rowling's modern classic published by Bloomsbury to mark the 20th anniversary of first publication. These stunning editions will each feature the individual house crest on the jacket & line illustrations exclusive to that house, by Kate Greenaway Medal winner Levi Pinfold. Exciting new extra content will include fact files & profiles of favourite characters, & each book will have sprayed edges in the house colours. Available for a limited period only, these highly collectable editions will be a must-have for all Harry Potter fans in 2017. Mad about the world of Harry Potter? Visit our magical Harry Potter page for more from the series.
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The Gryffindor Edition Celebrate 20 years of Harry Potter magic with four special hardback editions of Harry Potter & the Philosopher's Stone. Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw... ‘ Potter, did she say?’ ‘ The Harry Potter?’ Twenty years ago these magical words & many more flowed from a young writer's pen, an orphan called Harry Potter was freed from the cupboard under the stairs
- & a global phenomenon started. Harry Potter has been at the heart of Waterstones since the first copies of Harry Potter & the Philosopher’s Stone came into our hands & the series has been read & loved by every new generation since. We’re delighted to share these four House Editions of J.K. Rowling's modern classic published by Bloomsbury to mark the 20th anniversary of first publication. These stunning editions will each feature the individual house crest on the jacket & line illustrations exclusive to that house, by Kate Greenaway Medal winner Levi Pinfold. Exciting new extra content will include fact files & profiles of favourite characters, & each book will have sprayed edges in the house colours. Available for a limited period only, these highly collectable editions will be a must-have for all Harry Potter fans in 2017. Mad about the world of Harry Potter? Visit our magical Harry Potter page for more from the series.
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The Hufflepuff Edition Celebrate 20 years of Harry Potter magic with four special paperback editions of Harry Potter & the Philosopher's Stone. Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw... ‘ Potter, did she say?’ ‘ The Harry Potter?’ Twenty years ago these magical words & many more flowed from a young writer's pen, an orphan called Harry Potter was freed from the cupboard under the stairs
- & a global phenomenon started. Harry Potter has been at the heart of Waterstones since the first copies of Harry Potter & the Philosopher’s Stone came into our hands & the series has been read & loved by every new generation since. We’re delighted to share these four House Editions of J.K. Rowling's modern classic published by Bloomsbury to mark the 20th anniversary of first publication. These stunning editions will each feature the individual house crest on the jacket & line illustrations exclusive to that house, by Kate Greenaway Medal winner Levi Pinfold. Exciting new extra content will include fact files & profiles of favourite characters, & each book will have sprayed edges in the house colours. Available for a limited period only, these highly collectable editions will be a must-have for all Harry Potter fans in 2017. Mad about the world of Harry Potter? Visit our magical Harry Potter page for more from the series.
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The Ravenclaw Edition Celebrate 20 years of Harry Potter magic with four special paperback editions of Harry Potter & the Philosopher's Stone. Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw... ‘ Potter, did she say?’ ‘ The Harry Potter?’ Twenty years ago these magical words & many more flowed from a young writer's pen, an orphan called Harry Potter was freed from the cupboard under the stairs
- & a global phenomenon started. Harry Potter has been at the heart of Waterstones since the first copies of Harry Potter & the Philosopher’s Stone came into our hands & the series has been read & loved by every new generation since. We’re delighted to share these four House Editions of J.K. Rowling's modern classic published by Bloomsbury to mark the 20th anniversary of first publication. These stunning editions will each feature the individual house crest on the jacket & line illustrations exclusive to that house, by Kate Greenaway Medal winner Levi Pinfold. Exciting new extra content will include fact files & profiles of favourite characters, & each book will have sprayed edges in the house colours. Available for a limited period only, these highly collectable editions will be a must-have for all Harry Potter fans in 2017. Mad about the world of Harry Potter? Visit our magical Harry Potter page for more from the series.
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The Ravenclaw Edition Celebrate 20 years of Harry Potter magic with four special hardback editions of Harry Potter & the Philosopher's Stone. Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw... ‘ Potter, did she say?’ ‘ The Harry Potter?’ Twenty years ago these magical words & many more flowed from a young writer's pen, an orphan called Harry Potter was freed from the cupboard under the stairs
- & a global phenomenon started. Harry Potter has been at the heart of Waterstones since the first copies of Harry Potter & the Philosopher’s Stone came into our hands & the series has been read & loved by every new generation since. We’re delighted to share these four House Editions of J.K. Rowling's modern classic published by Bloomsbury to mark the 20th anniversary of first publication. These stunning editions will each feature the individual house crest on the jacket & line illustrations exclusive to that house, by Kate Greenaway Medal winner Levi Pinfold. Exciting new extra content will include fact files & profiles of favourite characters, & each book will have sprayed edges in the house colours. Available for a limited period only, these highly collectable editions will be a must-have for all Harry Potter fans in 2017. Mad about the world of Harry Potter? Visit our magical Harry Potter page for more from the series.
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The Slytherin Edition Celebrate 20 years of Harry Potter magic with four special paperback editions of Harry Potter & the Philosopher's Stone. Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw... ‘ Potter, did she say?’ ‘ The Harry Potter?’ Twenty years ago these magical words & many more flowed from a young writer's pen, an orphan called Harry Potter was freed from the cupboard under the stairs
- & a global phenomenon started. Harry Potter has been at the heart of Waterstones since the first copies of Harry Potter & the Philosopher’s Stone came into our hands & the series has been read & loved by every new generation since. We’re delighted to share these four House Editions of J.K. Rowling's modern classic published by Bloomsbury to mark the 20th anniversary of first publication. These stunning editions will each feature the individual house crest on the jacket & line illustrations exclusive to that house, by Kate Greenaway Medal winner Levi Pinfold. Exciting new extra content will include fact files & profiles of favourite characters, & each book will have sprayed edges in the house colours. Available for a limited period only, these highly collectable editions will be a must-have for all Harry Potter fans in 2017. Mad about the world of Harry Potter? Visit our magical Harry Potter page for more from the series.
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The Slytherin Edition Celebrate 20 years of Harry Potter magic with four special hardback editions of Harry Potter & the Philosopher's Stone. Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw... ‘ Potter, did she say?’ ‘ The Harry Potter?’ Twenty years ago these magical words & many more flowed from a young writer's pen, an orphan called Harry Potter was freed from the cupboard under the stairs
- & a global phenomenon started. Harry Potter has been at the heart of Waterstones since the first copies of Harry Potter & the Philosopher’s Stone came into our hands & the series has been read & loved by every new generation since. We’re delighted to share these four House Editions of J.K. Rowling's modern classic published by Bloomsbury to mark the 20th anniversary of first publication. These stunning editions will each feature the individual house crest on the jacket & line illustrations exclusive to that house, by Kate Greenaway Medal winner Levi Pinfold. Exciting new extra content will include fact files & profiles of favourite characters, & each book will have sprayed edges in the house colours. Available for a limited period only, these highly collectable editions will be a must-have for all Harry Potter fans in 2017. Mad about the world of Harry Potter? Visit our magical Harry Potter page for more from the series.
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Essential reading for Classics scholars the world over! J.K. Rowling's masterpiece Harry Potter & the Philosopher's Stone is available in Ancient Greek. Students of Classics will delight in Andrew Wilson's sparkling translation, which perfectly captures the wit & invention of J.K. Rowling's original, now reissued with stunning new Jonny Duddle cover art. ...