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The Magical Worlds of Harry Potter: A Treasury of Myths, Legends and Fascinating Facts

by David Colbert
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The Magical Worlds of Harry Potter: A Treasury of Myths, Legends and Fascinating Facts
The Magical Worlds of Harry Potter: A Treasury of Myths, Legends and Fascinating Facts

Unveiling hidden references in Harry's magical journey.

If you’ve ever been curious about the rich tapestry that J.K. Rowling wove into the magical universe of Harry Potter, this book is like a key to the secret garden. It’s not just a guide; it’s an exploration that connects the dots between folklore, myth, and the beloved series. Diving into this book feels like uncovering buried treasure—each page a revelation that enriches the stories you thought you knew.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Magical Worlds of Harry Potter: A Treasury of Myths, Legends and Fascinating Facts

by David Colbert
$11.90 Now $7.90 Save 34%
Compare to estimated retail price: S$18.90  

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ISBN: 9780141314815
Authors: David Colbert
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Date of Publication: 2001-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Chapter Books, Young Readers, Childrens Classics
Related Topics: Classics, Greek Mythology, Fantasy, Adventure
Goodreads rating: 3.99
(rated by 19138 readers)

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J.K. Rowling fills her books with references to history, myths, legends and literature. The Magical Worlds of Harry Potter reveals the stories behind the stories. All the questions you ever wanted to ask about the fantastical world in which Harry lives are answered here. Discover the astonishing origins of magical creatures, the clues to hidden meanings in names, and amazing facts about real-life wizards and ancient magical spells. From Alchemists to Unicorns, Basilisks to Veela, this fascinating compendium brings another dimension to Harry's adventures.
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This book has been used, but it is still in a clean condition. There should be no foxing or annotations of any kind on the inner pages, but a sparse amount may be present on the cover, title pages, or outside edges of the book. There should be no water damage of any kind. For paperbacks, there may be light crease marks on the spine.

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This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.

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Unveiling hidden references in Harry's magical journey.

If you’ve ever been curious about the rich tapestry that J.K. Rowling wove into the magical universe of Harry Potter, this book is like a key to the secret garden. It’s not just a guide; it’s an exploration that connects the dots between folklore, myth, and the beloved series. Diving into this book feels like uncovering buried treasure—each page a revelation that enriches the stories you thought you knew.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.