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I mean Harry Potter is a classic, I don’t really know what else to say about the book other than they are classics and fun reads. The movies are great, I love them. I’ve read the beginning of the book and I like it so far and it’s pretty similar to the movies so far. ( ) This is the first book in the Harry Potter series and is Harry's introduction into the world of witchcraft and wizardry. Harry Potter begins the book with his muggle family, not knowing anything of the world that he was born into. He eventually is found by Hagrid on his eleventh birthday and is told all about Hogwarts and then Hagrid takes him to go shopping for all his school supplies. As Harry is introduced into this world, he comes to realize that he is somewhat of a celebrity because of the circumstances behind his parents death and how he survived when he was just a year old. As he progresses throughout the school year, Harry and his friends Ron, Hermione, and sometimes Neville, go on all sorts of adventures and get into all sorts of trouble. Adventures like sneaking around in an invisibility cloak, and helping Hagrid safely get rid of the dragon he was trying to keep in his little house. Despite all the times they get in trouble and they close calls they have, they make it through their first year of Hogwarts. I would recommend this book for either a 4th or 5th grade classroom, and maybe even a 6th grade classroom. The fantasy writing leaves a lot up to ones imagination and can be a very good read. The only problem I can see with this book and this series is how some families might view the whole subject of wizards and witches. Ah, Harry Potter. This series always gets me. I genuinely can't get enough of it. It is one of the most well-written series of all time. Let's start off by discussing the first book: The Sorcerer's Stone. I don't really have much to say about it that hasn't already been said. It is a timeless classic. J.K. Rowling created an incredible magical world for us to explore. Sure, it's low fantasy, so it's not like we have an entire new world and location to explore, but what we have is still very interesting. I love learning about the history of the wizarding world as well as all of its spells, creatures, and notable figures. It is deep, rich, and exciting. Rowling's writing style is phenomenal. She doesn't beat around the bush. She gets straight to the point. This is a very fast-paced book that you will not be bored reading at all. Every single character is notable and memorable. Rowling absolutely nailed it with the characterization. You can describe every single character she's created with at least a couple adjectives off the top of your head. That's a sign that these characters are well-written. I also love the mysteries she implements into her stories. They all play an integral role in the main plot, and the massive reveals in the end are always so exciting. Every time I go on a couple years without reading these books and then come back to read them having forgotten a great deal of information, those last few chapters get me. The plot twists never fail to blow me away. Rowling is a master at setting up them and revealing them in the most enthralling ways possible. While I do still love this book overall, I'd definitely say it's one of the weaker ones in the whole series. The biggest problem I have with this book is that it's a little too childish at times. I know that it's a children's book, but tons of elements feel a little too cartoonish and comical at times. Certain character's traits feel a little too exaggerated and not nuanced enough, and that can make them more black and white than I'd like. I prefer grayer characters, but that's just me. Also, some aspects of the world-building don't make a lot of sense if you've read the upcoming books, so certain plot holes can arise. Why did Dumbledore fly back to Hogwarts from the Ministry of Magic instead of just apparating? If love saves you from the Killing Curse, why did no one else have that mark on them? Were they not loved as much as Lily loved her son? Also, there are tons of contradictions here and there about using magic outside the magical world. As we find out later on, the Ministry knows when magic is used in the presence of Muggles and can punish you for it. If that's the case, why wasn't Hagrid punished for using magic in front of the Durselys? Why did he tell Harry not to mention the fact that he used magic to anyone else? Can the Ministry not detect magic if it's issued from an umbrella? Anyway, I still find tons of enjoyment in this book despite the problems I have with it. It is a great read and will instantly hook in anyone who's never heard of Harry Potter before. Belongs to SeriesHarry Potter (1) Is contained inHas the adaptationIs parodied inInspiredHas as a reference guide/companionThe Magical World of Harry Potter: A Treasure of Myths, Legends, and Fascinating Facts by David Colbert Has as a studyHas as a student's study guideAwardsDistinctionsNotable Lists
Rescued from the outrageous neglect of his aunt and uncle, a young boy with a great destiny proves his worth while attending Hogwarts School for Wizards and Witches. No library descriptions found.
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