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Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone (Book 1) (平装)
by J.K. Rowling
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Bestsellers, Award-winning books, Fiction, Fantacy, Ages 9-12, Children's books |
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| MSL Pointer Review:
This brilliant opening to J.K. Rowling's phenomenal Harry Potter series is an effortlessly magical, charming, exciting, and completely immersive experience. |
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Christa (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-27 00:00>
I love this book; it's been so long since we had a book out that kids couldn't wait to read. I can't wait to read this book to my kids one day. If you want to read a book that will make you hope that there is a school that teaches magic out there this is it. If you want to see good fight evil this is the book for you and if you just want to escape grab this book and read it!! Also I'm really big on reading this book with your kids you'll both love it and the myths and history that you can talk to the kids about is a great subject to expand learning. |
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Michael (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-27 00:00>
Harry Potter is an international phenomenon and author J.K Rowling a celebrity. Her books are credited with getting children reading, and have changed the face of children's literature with a host of imitators. And while all this is occurring, it's not uncommon to see an adult reading a Harry Potter book- indeed, I had a conversation on a subway just last night about Harry Potter with a stranger on the subway with her nose in the most recent book. So anyone who hasn't read Harry Potter yet is probably looking at this book and wondering what the big deal is. I'm going to use this as a chance to explain that. Quite simply, Rowling's writing is rather good. She is an engaging and natural storyteller, with a superb pacing and the ability to write in a form understandable to an 8 year old but without being patronizing, as I've found much children's literature to be. The books grow with Harry- Harry at 12 is not the same as Harry at 16 because Harry at 12 is not a short adult, he's a kid, something else that's hard to capture. As the books progress, the tone, topics, and stories develop more depth and maturity. As such, one thing I think needs to be pointed out to parents is that while Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone may be appropriate for a 9 year old, I don't think Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince is. Still, this development continues that feeling of a lack of patronizing from Rowling because the characters and the stories grow. Now this book itself is a coming of age story of sorts-boy Harry has been raised by his mother's sister only to discover that he's part of a hidden group of wizards and is to attend the wizarding school (Hogwarts). When there, we follow Harry as he learns magic, gets into trouble, makes friends and enemies, and learns a bit about himself. More interesting is that the seeds of almost all the future books are planted in this one- there are hints at even the sixth book in the series in this one. Is it a masterpiece? In some ways, yes, but I find in retrospect that while my enthusiasm for this book when I first read it was extraordinary, retrospectively it's not nearly as good as the later books in the series. Nonetheless, it’s a superb read and a great introduction to a great series. I really can't recommend these books enough. |
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Randy (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-27 00:00>
This is the first of seven books telling the story of Harry Potter. What a wonderfully woven tale it is! The story begins with a young Harry Potter who lives a miserable life with his Aunt, Uncle, and cousin. Treated poorly and at times hated, things do not look good for Harry's future. That is until he receives an invitation to attend a school of witchcraft and wizardry. Harry is immediately exposed to a wondrous world that is hidden from ordinary people. The story gives the background of Harry as he learns more and more about his parents, including what happened to them. It also takes us through Harry's first year at his new school. During that year Harry has his first dealings with the evil side of the magical world. Rowling does a tremendous job in developing the world of Harry Potter and I really enjoyed the details. This book is written for the young reader, but I enjoyed reading it to my son. |
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A reader (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-27 00:00>
I believe, as a teenager, that this is one of the best fantasy books that has ever been written. Not only, is it creative and imaginative, but also everyone can get something out of the moral, even adults who thought that they were too old for fantasy. It's about a boy who lives with his aunt, uncle, and cousin and soon finds out that he is a wizard and is suddenly taken to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where he is famous for something he doesn't even remember. There he meets friends Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger. Then Harry must save the world (muggles and wizards alike) and try to stop the wizard that killed his parents and tried to kill him from coming back to power. This famous and beloved book goes beyond just a story about witchcraft and magic. This is not the whole point of the book, believe it or not. J.K. Rowling uses morals such as friendship and trust to create a wonderful story that has made her famous, and for a good reason. |
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Paul J. Evans (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-27 00:00>
Like any first book of a series it usually is the hardest to get into, due to the fact that you know little to nothing about the book. This was the hardest book to read of the series, even after seeing the movie and then reading the book. But it is not the best book of the series but I can't say it is the worst either. I don't think any of the books can be labeled 'worst'. This book and the second book hold unique places within the series, for everything is being build on these two and the ball starts rolling in the third book (The best of the series, along with the Goblet of Fire), the ball is rolling and we know the characters and we know what to expect at times, but at the same time she keeps up suspenseful as to what really is going to happen and keeps us in the dark about the next book. |
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Penn (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-27 00:00>
I'm a latecomer to Pottermania, having just finished the first book a couple months ago. I'll probably read the others (I have kids, so it's only a matter of time). After the first book, I must say I enjoyed the reading, but I'm not a fanatic yet: I have heard that the series started strong and gets better, so I'm looking forward to it. Rowling writes a lively, accessible story that is well-crafted and draws her readers in. She also has a good feeling for what moves her readers: anxieties about isolation and friendlessness, mistreatment by those in authority (the Dursleys) or the loss of parents; search for a sense of belonging and true community. Rowling's hero is an admirable optimist. Despite all mistreatment, he perseveres and in the end receives a hero's welcome from his peers. Rawlings is not condescending, and she never shrinks from naming evil. In fact, one of the traits that separates Harry from others at Hogwarts (even adults), is that he refuses to call the nemesis "You-know-who" and insists on referring to him by his name, "Valdemort." A thoroughly enjoyable read. I'm looking forward to the others. |
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Joseph (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-27 00:00>
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's stone is a great start to the famous and controversial Harry Potter series. It gives you the basis for all other books and you can't read any other if you don't read this one. It begins when Harry is brought to his haughty Uncle Vernon and Aunt Petunia's house after his parents are murdered. They mistreat him and favor their son, Dudley. Later he finds he can talk to snakes and is a wizard and embarks on a journey to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. He befriends red-haired Ron Weasley, and know-it-all Hermione Granger. The book shows all troubles in school such as teachers and peer problems. The trio of friends find out about a stone that will make you immortal. He gets through many obstacles and finds his teacher is really Voldemort, the man who killed Harry's parents and almost him. Harry defeats him and the stone and triumphantly goes back to his home again. |
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A reader (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-27 00:00>
There comes a time in every child's life when life seems too hard to bear. Maybe they wish they had their friend's parents, or some sort of powers to instantly become and adult so they could escape school reports, homework, and their parents, but nothing compares to young Harry Potter's childhood. In his case it is his Aunt and Uncle that he wants to "wish" away, and his parents that he wants back. Harry lives in a small cupboard under his Aunt and Uncle's stairway. He's loved with his Aunt and Uncle his whole life because his parents where "killed in a tragic car crash," so he was told. Teased and mocked by his large, spoiled cousin, Dudley, Harry lives a life that kids only see in nightmares. At the age of eleven Harry's life starts to change. One day Harry receives a letter via owl. This letter gives him the offer of a lifetime: to escape the Dursley's and go to Hogwartz School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. At Hogwartz Harry starts to uncover the truth about his past. He finds out his true calling and destiny, which is to become a famous wizard whose life is in his hands. Driven by the love his parents used to save him, he enters a life no man, woman, witch, or wizard could ever imagine. Throughout the book you meet characters that become Harry's friends, as well as enemies, that soon become yours also. Rowling creates a whole world where almost anything is possible, which you'll soon almost think this place exists. So even if you don't like magical/fantasy with a touch of mystery and wizardry, you'll love this one! Being the first book of this series, you are destined to become enthralled with what will happen next to young Harry Potter. |
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Zosie (MSL quote), England
<2006-12-27 00:00>
I'm one of those people who have been meaning to read the Harry Potter series forever, but have never got around to it. Well, yesterday I borrowed the first installment from the library and gave it a go. I was really, really impressed by how thrilling and funny Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Philosopher's Stone in the UK) is. There isn't a slow or dull moment throughout the whole book and I would recommend that everybody reads it - old or young - because it is simply a very special, delightful novel. The characters are all unique and intriguing. Previously I have been completely confused when Harry Potter fans go on about 'Hagrid this...' or 'Dumbledore that...', but now I can see why people get so into it, as each of the characters come alive. Loads of other reviewers have mentioned the plot, but basically Harry Potter is orphaned as a baby and taken to live with his nasty Aunt and Uncle and their horrible son Dudley. His new family do not tell him that his mum and dad were a great witch and wizard couple who were killed by the evil Voldemort. Harry is mistreated by his new family, but when he turns 11 he gets a letter informing him that he has a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft where he makes new friends and enemies and has to face an old rival. The language that Joanne Rowling uses is really imaginative. She'll describe a character or a situation and sum it up in just a couple of witty sentences. For example, when Harry is introduced to Diagon Alley, where he can buy school supplies, Rowling writes: `Harry wished he had about eight more eyes'. Perfect! And there are lots of other snappy, wonderful sentences like this throughout the book. Harry's new friends, Ron and Hermione, are particularly well written and easy to relate to. Ron is the typical hand-me-down kid with wonderful parents while Hermione is somewhat of a perfectionist whose bossiness hides her insecurities. Hagrid, the keeper of the keys at Hogwarts, is also a particular favorite of mine because he is so kind and amusing. I think one of the reasons why the book is so good is because there are all different types of characters, good and evil. It isn't a children's book where everybody is nice and friendly. It is like the real world, where some people are lovely (but still have their bad points), other people are in the middle, and some people are downright horrible! I think this is why Joanne Rowling and Roald Dahl are often compared, because they both write about nasty, horrific characters as well as good ones and do it in a way that both adults and children can relate to. I'm looking forward to reading the other books in the series and getting to know Harry and Co much better. I would especially encourage people who have never read any kind of fantasy books before (as I haven't) to give it a go because it will surprise and entertain you. |
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A reader (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-27 00:00>
This book has completely opened my eyes to the world. I now realize the power and greatness of the Devil, and the puniness of God. This book will help you realize that evil is greatness, and i love to dabble in the dark arts. I can transform into a frog at will (who wouldn't want to do that), and I can have anything I want. If you read Harry Potter, you will become a great and powerful wizard like me. I love Harry Potter just because JK Rowling makes really cool books. Anyway, I am not stupid enough to believe any of this stuff is real, and I don't understand why so many people believe the books are roping kids towards the Devil. |
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