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Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone

Deluxe Illustrated Slipcase Edition

J K Rowling author Jim Kay illustrator

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Published:1st Mar '16

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Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone cover

Deluxe edition of the full-colour illustrated Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone – J.K. Rowling’s original, unabridged text paired with breathtaking illustrations by Jim Kay, winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal

An utterly enchanting feast of a book, this stunning collector’s edition of the full-colour illustrated Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is a volume to treasure for a lifetime. Brimming with rich detail and humour, Jim Kay’s dazzling depiction of the wizarding world and much loved characters will captivate fans and new readers alike. In oil, pastel, pencil, watercolour, pixels and a myriad of other techniques, Jim Kay has created over 115 astonishing illustrations; there really is magic on every page. This beautiful, deluxe edition of J.K. Rowling’s timeless classic features an opulent page size and an exclusive pull-out double gatefold of Diagon Alley; intricate foiled line art by Jim Kay on the real cloth cover and slipcase; gilt edges on premium grade paper; head and tail bands and two ribbon markers – the ultimate must-have edition for any fan, collector or bibliophile.

Kay’s illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is a triumph – a book so alive it seems to jump, explode and slither out of your hands as you read * Telegraph *
Seeing Jim Kay’s illustrations moved me profoundly. I love his interpretation of Harry Potter’s world, and I feel honoured and grateful that he has lent his talent to it * J.K. Rowling *
Stunning … Greenaway Medal winner Kay breathes incredible life into these much loved characters and locations, staying faithful to Rowling’s vision but revitalising the story for a new generation * Bookseller *

  • Short-listed for Kate Greenaway Medal 2017
  • Short-listed for British Book Industry Awards Children's Book of the Year 2016

ISBN: 9781408871874

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 3612g

256 pages