Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

by J.K. Rowling

When young Harry Potter, an orphan, discovers he is a wizard and is invited to go to Hogwarts, school of Witchcraft and Wizardry, he embarks on a journey of magic, self-discovery, good and evil, and friendship. Upon entering the wizarding world, Harry discovers he is famous for the downfall of the most notorious dark wizard, Lord Voldemort. Fresh into his new surroundings he is suddenly faced with questions of identity, trust, and finding out the truth about the curiosities that have Harry and his friends wondering what is hidden in their new school, and will begin a seven year (seven book series) journey of a lifetime.

Why Read?
Although this book deals with fantasy material (magic, mythical creatures, etc.) it also embodies a great number of relatable themes. It is a coming of age novel that deals with discovering ones identity, notions of right and wrong, good and evil, as well as friendship, prejudice, death, love and more. Although generally it is a fantasy novel, it has elements of adventure and mystery. And while it was originally aimed at children and young adults when written, this book is adored by people of all ages. And, if you like it, this book is just the first in its series. There are six more that follow.

Main/Important Characters
Harry Potter Ronald Weasley Hermione Granger
Harrys Best Friends

Albus Dumbledore
Headmaster

Quirrell
Defense Against the Dark Arts Professor

Serverus Snape
Potions Master

"That's not all. They're saying he tried to kill the Potter's son, Harry. But he couldn't. He couldn't kill that little boy. No one knows why, or how, but they're saying that when he couldn't kill Harry Potter, Voldemort's power somehow broke and that's why he's gone." (Rowling 10).

"Your mother died to save you. If there is one thing Voldemort cannot understand, it is love. He didn't realize that love as powerful as your mother's for you leaves its own mark. Not a scar, no visible sign... to have been loved so deeply, even though the person who loved us is gone, will give us some protection forever It was agony to touch a person marked by something so good." (Rowling 242).

Other Publications and Availability

Also by J.K. Rowling

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Year 2) Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Year 3) Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Year 4) Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Year 5) Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Year 6) Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Year 7) ----(1) COPY AVAILABLE IN FEINBURGH (32) COPIES AVAILABLE AT PLATTSBURGH PUBLIC LIBRARY

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Works Cited
Rowling, J.K. Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone. London: Bloomsbury, 1997. Print.

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