Author: David Colbert
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440637598
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
The indispensable source guide to J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter novels—the perfect gift for Harry Potter fans! What was the model for The Order of the Phoenix? Where do those names come from? What is the real-life legend behind Voldemort’s Dark Mark? Could Snape’s potions actually work? J.K. Rowling’s young heroic wizard, Harry Potter, lives in a world populated by dragons, centaurs, trolls, giants—and a three-headed dog named Fluffy—among other creatures from ancient myths and legends. Discover the astonishing origins of supernatural beasts, clues to hidden meanings in names, and amazing facts about real-life wizards and magic spells. From Alchemists to Unicorns, Basilisks to Veela, this fascinating compendium brings another dimension to Harry’s adventures—from The Sorcerer’s Stone to The Deathly Hallows. This book was not authorized, prepared, approved, licensed or endorsed by J.K. Rowling, Warner Bros., or any other individual or entity associated with the HARRY POTTER books or movie.
The Magical Worlds of Harry Potter (revised edition)
Author: David Colbert
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440637598
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
The indispensable source guide to J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter novels—the perfect gift for Harry Potter fans! What was the model for The Order of the Phoenix? Where do those names come from? What is the real-life legend behind Voldemort’s Dark Mark? Could Snape’s potions actually work? J.K. Rowling’s young heroic wizard, Harry Potter, lives in a world populated by dragons, centaurs, trolls, giants—and a three-headed dog named Fluffy—among other creatures from ancient myths and legends. Discover the astonishing origins of supernatural beasts, clues to hidden meanings in names, and amazing facts about real-life wizards and magic spells. From Alchemists to Unicorns, Basilisks to Veela, this fascinating compendium brings another dimension to Harry’s adventures—from The Sorcerer’s Stone to The Deathly Hallows. This book was not authorized, prepared, approved, licensed or endorsed by J.K. Rowling, Warner Bros., or any other individual or entity associated with the HARRY POTTER books or movie.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440637598
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
The indispensable source guide to J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter novels—the perfect gift for Harry Potter fans! What was the model for The Order of the Phoenix? Where do those names come from? What is the real-life legend behind Voldemort’s Dark Mark? Could Snape’s potions actually work? J.K. Rowling’s young heroic wizard, Harry Potter, lives in a world populated by dragons, centaurs, trolls, giants—and a three-headed dog named Fluffy—among other creatures from ancient myths and legends. Discover the astonishing origins of supernatural beasts, clues to hidden meanings in names, and amazing facts about real-life wizards and magic spells. From Alchemists to Unicorns, Basilisks to Veela, this fascinating compendium brings another dimension to Harry’s adventures—from The Sorcerer’s Stone to The Deathly Hallows. This book was not authorized, prepared, approved, licensed or endorsed by J.K. Rowling, Warner Bros., or any other individual or entity associated with the HARRY POTTER books or movie.
Magical Worlds of Harry Potter (revised Edition).
Author: David Colbert
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781322847603
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781322847603
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Magical Worlds of Philip Pullman
Author: David Colbert
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780425207901
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
Presents the fantasy world created by author Philip Pullman in His Dark Materials novels, examining the sources and meanings of the philosophy and themes behind the stories, as well as the characters, myths, and plots.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780425207901
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
Presents the fantasy world created by author Philip Pullman in His Dark Materials novels, examining the sources and meanings of the philosophy and themes behind the stories, as well as the characters, myths, and plots.
The Magical World of the Lord of the Rings
Author: David Colbert
Publisher: Puffin
ISBN: 9780143301752
Category : Baggins, Frodo (Fictitious character)
Languages : en
Pages : 211
Book Description
Why are Tolkien's Elves tall? Which monster attacked Tolkien in real life? What legend inspired the creation of Gollum? In his masterpiece The Lord of the RingsJ. R. R. Tolkien drew upon a lifetime of knowledge to create the fantastical world of Middle-earth, a place that has captured the imagination of millions of readers. The Magical Worlds of The Lord of the Ringstells the stories behind Tolkien's stories. From dwarves and elves to King Arthur and Beowulf, the book explores the ancient myths and legends that inspired Tolkien, as well as the ideas and events that sparked his incredible imagination.
Publisher: Puffin
ISBN: 9780143301752
Category : Baggins, Frodo (Fictitious character)
Languages : en
Pages : 211
Book Description
Why are Tolkien's Elves tall? Which monster attacked Tolkien in real life? What legend inspired the creation of Gollum? In his masterpiece The Lord of the RingsJ. R. R. Tolkien drew upon a lifetime of knowledge to create the fantastical world of Middle-earth, a place that has captured the imagination of millions of readers. The Magical Worlds of The Lord of the Ringstells the stories behind Tolkien's stories. From dwarves and elves to King Arthur and Beowulf, the book explores the ancient myths and legends that inspired Tolkien, as well as the ideas and events that sparked his incredible imagination.
The Magical Worlds of the Lord of the Rings
Author: David Colbert
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780425187715
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Offers information about Tolkien's realm of Middle-Earth and its inhabitants, including details on characters, mythology, origins, and cultures.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780425187715
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Offers information about Tolkien's realm of Middle-Earth and its inhabitants, including details on characters, mythology, origins, and cultures.
The Magical Worlds of Narnia
Author: David Colbert
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780425205631
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Examines the origins and hidden meanings of the characters and plots within C.S. Lewis's Narnia series.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780425205631
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Examines the origins and hidden meanings of the characters and plots within C.S. Lewis's Narnia series.
Magical Worlds of Harry Potter
Author: David Colbert
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780606302470
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This indispensable source guide to J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter novels has been revised and updated with information relating to Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780606302470
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This indispensable source guide to J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter novels has been revised and updated with information relating to Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
How Harry Cast His Spell
Author: John Granger
Publisher: NavPress
ISBN: 1414327676
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 302
Book Description
More than any other book of the last fifty years (and perhaps ever), the Harry Potter novels have captured the imagination of children and adults around the world. Yet no one has ever been able to unlock the secret of Harry's wild popularity . . . until now. Updated and expanded since its original publication as Looking for God in Harry Potter (and now containing final conclusions based on the entire series), How Harry Cast His Spell explains why the books meet our longing to experience the truths of life, love, and death; help us better understand life and our role in the universe; and encourage us to discover and develop our own gifts and abilities.
Publisher: NavPress
ISBN: 1414327676
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 302
Book Description
More than any other book of the last fifty years (and perhaps ever), the Harry Potter novels have captured the imagination of children and adults around the world. Yet no one has ever been able to unlock the secret of Harry's wild popularity . . . until now. Updated and expanded since its original publication as Looking for God in Harry Potter (and now containing final conclusions based on the entire series), How Harry Cast His Spell explains why the books meet our longing to experience the truths of life, love, and death; help us better understand life and our role in the universe; and encourage us to discover and develop our own gifts and abilities.
Fact, Fiction, and Folklore in Harry Potter's World
Author: George W. Beahm
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781571744401
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
For fans who want to know about the myths, folklore, legends, and Muggle history embedded in the Harry Potter novels, this treasure trove of fun facts and tantalizing trivia covers the fabulous beasts and creatures, the wizards, magical artifacts, and magical places in the Harry Potter world. Full color.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781571744401
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
For fans who want to know about the myths, folklore, legends, and Muggle history embedded in the Harry Potter novels, this treasure trove of fun facts and tantalizing trivia covers the fabulous beasts and creatures, the wizards, magical artifacts, and magical places in the Harry Potter world. Full color.
The Politics of Harry Potter
Author: B. Barratt
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 113701654X
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
This political analysis of Harry Potter uses the beloved wizarding world to introduce readers to the equally murky and intimidating world of politics. Rowling's work provides us with entries into all of the most important political questions in history, from terrorism and human rights to the classic foundations of political thought.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 113701654X
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
This political analysis of Harry Potter uses the beloved wizarding world to introduce readers to the equally murky and intimidating world of politics. Rowling's work provides us with entries into all of the most important political questions in history, from terrorism and human rights to the classic foundations of political thought.