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Harry Potter and The Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. (Joanne) Rowling

Harry Potter and The Sorcerer's Stone

1st Published in UK as Harry Potter & The Philosopher's Stone

by J.K. (Joanne) Rowling
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  • First Published:
  • Sep 1, 1998, 309 pages
  • Paperback:
  • Sep 1999, 312 pages
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Joanna
I think it is very interesting book, because there are adventures, surprise and magic. I read this book translated into Polish (I'm from Poland) and I know this is why there are many differences. On my opinion it's wonderful book!


Kathryn
I thought the book was the best I ever read. It was smart, funny, and imaginative When I first saw this book in the school book fair, I decided I would read it because I couldn't find anything else. Once I started reading, I couldn't put it down!


Diana
I think that J.K. Rowling is one of the most talented writers out there. She has an extraordinary imagination and knows what children likes to read. One of the things that I like most about her books, is that you'll never know what's going to happen next because a magical world is full of surprises.


Jessica
I loved this book, and all the Harry Potter book is how Rowling uses the element of surprise. We learn in this first book in the series their style of writing: keep you confused until the end and shock the pants off you. The concept for the Harry Potter book is very interesting read. Because of fact that this is a bout witches and wizards, anything could happen next and you really have no clue what. The Sorcerer's Stone is an excellent book.


Danny Cook
This book was the best I have ever read. I read a lot so I should know. I recommend this book to every one old or young.


Sarah N.
My favorite book out of all the Harry Potter books is Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. When first started the book I thought it was very confusing and even a little boring because of all the events that were going on. But, after the first few chapters I was hooked and I finished the book in about a day. I thought the book was a extremely imaginative and creative masterpiece. Each of the characters was so unique and funny with extremely diverse personality's. My favorite twist on the story was Voldemort, his part gave the story suspense. I thought the ending was incredible, it couldn't have been written any better. J.K. Rowling has the most creative writing mind ever.


Allison Potter
I would just like to say I really liked this book! What is the title Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone or Harry Potter and the sorcerer's stone? If someone could tell me I would really like that. Thank-you!
(BookBrowse Comment: The book was first published in the UK as Philosopher's Stone, the title was changed to Sorcerer's Stone for the USA).


Danielle, 13
When I heard that my friends were reading 'Harry Potter' books, I was amazed because they looked childish and boring. My friends assured me, however, that the books were excellent, though I remained rather skeptical. It wasn't until I received three 'Harry Potter' books as a present, and began reading them, that my views on them changed. I now think that 'Harry Potter' books are some of the best I have ever read, and to finish, I will just say one thing: DON'T JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER!!!!

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