Analyzing the book that launched a phenomenon. When it comes to Harry Potter's first year at Hogwarts, there's a lot to unpack--and that doesn't just include his Invisibility Cloak! In The Unofficial Harry Potter Companion: Volume I Sorcerer's Stone, first-time readers and longtime fans of the Potter series will discover deep and insightful analysis, fact-based commentary, and complementary information compiled from a variety of official sources....

Explores the true history, folklore, and mythology behind the magical practices, creatures, and personalities that appear in J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter books.

"Featuring all eight Harry Potter movies and the upcoming movie Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, this magical book is an insider';s guide to the films from J.K. Rowling's Wizarding World for young fans. From the gilded halls of Gringotts and Hogwarts to the New York City of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, each page of this book delivers an interactive experience for young readers as they discover how the extraordinary places and fascinating...

Readers will find details of when the character was first mentioned, appearance, wizard school, house, patronus, wand, related family members, skills and achievements, personal history and more! With more than 700 characters included, this book is packed from cover to cover. The book will also include genealogical charts and family trees for the major characters, world maps detailing important locations, homes and schools, as well as charts detailing...