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De proves n?hi haurà tres, repartides durant el curs escolar. Les tasques estan pensades per posar a prova els paladins en diferents àmbits: les habilitats i els coneixements màgics, la capacitat de deducció i, evidentment, l?audàcia i valentia amb què s?enfronten als perills.El Torneig dels Tres Bruixots se celebrarà a Hogwarts. Només els bruixots que tenen més de disset anys podran participar-hi. Però això no impedeix a en Harry somniar que guanyarà la competició. El dia de Halloween, quan el calze de foc selecciona els candidats, en Harry es queda glaçat en saber que el seu nom està entre els que la copa màgica ha escollit. S?enfrontarà a desafiaments mortífers, dracs i bruixots perillosos, però amb l?ajuda dels seus millors amics, en Ron i l?Hermione, potser es capaç de sortir-ne viu!

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Fourteen-year-old Harry Potter joins the Weasleys at the Quidditch World Cup, then enters his fourth year at Hogwarts Academy where he is mysteriously entered in an unusual contest that challenges his wizarding skills, friendships and character, amid signs that an old enemy is growing stronger.

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‘He’ll be famous – a legend – I wouldn’t be surprised if today was known as Harry Potter Day in future – there will be books written about Harry’ Minerva McGonagall Strange things always seem to happen when Harry Potter is around. Things that unsettle his guardians, the Dursleys. They strongly disapprove of strangeness. It’s only when a letter arrives, delivered by a shaggy giant of a man called Hagrid, that Harry learns the truth that will transform his entire future: his parents were killed by the evil Lord Voldemort, and he, Harry, is a wizard. Whisked away to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardy, Harry discovers a world of enchantments, ghosts, Quidditch, and friends who will stand, through everything, by his side. But when Harry hears of a stone with great powers, he finds that his school has its own dark secrets – and an adventure that will become the stuff of legend begins. These adult editions have been stylishly redesigned to showcase Andrew Davidson’s beautiful woodcut cover artwork.

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J.K. Rowling's spellbinding storytelling continues to captivate readers worldwide. This stunning hardback box set contains all seven of the classic, multi-award-winning Harry Potter novels in beautiful new hardback editions, featuring elegant new interiors and stylish cover art by noted artist Andrew Davidson, to appeal to an adult readership. The perfect collection for readers new to Harry Potter, fans and aficionados alike.Contains (in reading order): Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

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*Join Harry Potter on the magical journey of a lifetime in the fourth book in J.K. Rowling’s multi-award-winning series. The Triwizard Tournament is to be held at Hogwarts. Only wizards who are over seventeen are allowed to enter – but that doesn’t stop Harry dreaming that he will win the competition. Then at Hallowe’en, when the Goblet of Fire makes its selection, Harry is amazed to find his name is one of those that the magical cup picks out. He will face death-defying tasks, dragons and Dark wizards, but with the help of his best friends, Ron and Hermione, he might just make it through – alive! J.K. Rowling’s internationally bestselling Harry Potter books continue to captivate new generations of readers. Harry’s fourth adventure invites you to explore even more of the wizarding world; from the foggy, frozen depths of the Great Lake to the silvery secrets of the Pensieve. This gorgeous hardback edition features a spectacular cover by award-winning artist Jonny Duddle, plus refreshed bonus material, allowing readers to learn more about the different breeds of dragon. Perfect for anyone who’s ready to lose themselves in the biggest children’s books of all time. CURSES - COURAGE - COMPETITION Seven magical stories, one epic adventure. *Please note: The book cover and spine design you receive may vary slightly from the image shown.

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*Join Harry Potter on the magical journey of a lifetime in the third book in J.K. Rowling’s multi-award-winning series. When the Knight Bus crashes through the darkness and screeches to a halt in front of him, it’s the start of another far from ordinary year at Hogwarts for Harry Potter. Sirius Black, escaped mass-murderer and follower of Lord Voldemort, is on the run – and they say he is coming after Harry. In his first ever Divination class, Professor Trelawney sees an omen of death in Harry’s tea leaves … But perhaps most terrifying of all are the Dementors patrolling the school grounds, with their soul-sucking Kiss … J.K. Rowling’s internationally bestselling Harry Potter books continue to captivate new generations of readers. Harry’s third adventure alongside his friends, Ron and Hermione, invites you to explore even more of the wizarding world; from the secret passages of Hogwarts castle to the snowy lanes of Hogsmeade. This gorgeous hardback edition features a spectacular cover by award-winning artist Jonny Duddle, plus refreshed bonus material, allowing readers to learn about famous witches and wizards and find out more about the Patronus Charm. Perfect for anyone who’s ready to lose themselves in the biggest children’s books of all time. TIME-TURNING - TREACHERY - TRANSFIGURATION Seven magical stories, one epic adventure. *Please note: The book cover and spine design you receive may vary slightly from the image shown.

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Harry Potter in Italian. All seven titles available.

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A gorgeous new edition of the Hogwarts Library containing three much loved classics Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Quidditch Through the Ages and The Tales of Beedle the Bard from the wizarding world. These handsome hardback editions feature stunning jacket art by Jonny Duddle and beautiful interior illustrations by Tomislav Tomic they are irresistible reading for all Harry Potter fans, wizards and Muggles. A treasure trove of magical facts and fairy tales, the Hogwarts Library is an essential companion to the Harry Potter series. This set includes the updated edition of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them which features a new foreword from J.K. Rowling (writing as Newt Scamander) and six new beasts!

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The Wizarding World journey continues . . .The powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald was captured in New York with the help of Newt Scamander. But, making good on his threat, Grindelwald escapes custody and sets about gathering followers, most of whom are unsuspecting of his true agenda: to raise pure-blood wizards up to rule over all non-magical beings.In an effort to thwart Grindelwald's plans, Albus Dumbledore enlists Newt, his former Hogwarts student, who agrees to help once again, unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. Lines are drawn as love and loyalty are tested, even among the truest friends and family, in an increasingly divided wizarding world.Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald is the second screenplay in a five-film series to be written by J.K. Rowling, author of the internationally bestselling Harry Potter books. Set in 1927, a few months after the events of Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them, and moving from New York to London, Paris and even back to Hogwarts, this story of mystery and magic reveals an extraordinary new chapter in the wizarding world. Illustrated with stunning line art from MinaLima with some surprising nods to the Harry Potter stories that will delight fans of both the books and films.

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Let the magic of J.K. Rowling’s classic series take you back to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Issued to mark the 20th anniversary of first publication of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, these irresistible House Editions celebrate the noble character of the four Hogwarts houses. Featuring gorgeous house-themed cover art and interior line illustrations by Kate Greenaway Medal winner Levi Pinfold, each book will also have vibrant sprayed edges in the house livery. Entertaining bonus features exclusive to each house accompany the novel. All seven books in the series will be issued in these highly collectable House Editions. A must-have for anyone who has ever imagined sitting under the Sorting Hat in the Great Hall at Hogwarts waiting to hear the words, ‘Better be GRYFFINDOR!’ You’ll always find a home at Hogwarts!

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Harry Potter in glorious colour a gorgeous hardback box set of the Illustrated Editions of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets and Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. These three irresistible complete novels contain over 800 pages of classic storytelling from J.K. Rowling and more than 300 extraordinary illustrations from Kate Greenaway Medal winner Jim Kay. Brimming with magic, Jim Kay's utterly enchanting depiction of the wizarding world has captured a devoted following worldwide. This illustrated collection is the beginning of an amazing magical adventure and the perfect gift for Harry Potter fans of any age.

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‘The Dark Lord will rise again with his servant’s aid, greater and more terrible than ever before’ Sybill Trelawney Harry Potter is lucky to reach the age of thirteen, since he has survived the murderous attacks of the feared Dark Lord on more than one occasion. But his hopes for a quiet school term concentrating on Quidditch are dashed when a maniacal mass-murderer escapes from Azkaban, pursued by the soul-sucking Dementors who guard the prison. It’s assumed that Hogwarts is the safest place for Harry to be. But is it a coincidence that he can feel eyes watching him in the dark, and should he be taking Professor Trelawney’s ghoulish predictions seriously? These adult editions have been stylishly redesigned to showcase Andrew Davidson’s beautiful woodcut cover artwork.

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The large print, dyslexia-friendly edition of this essential companion to the Harry Potter stories includes the fully updated 2017 text and features a range of magical beasts from the wizarding world, from the harmless Puffskein to the terrifying Thunderbird, brought to life with interior line art by the amazingly talented Tomislav Tomic and a spectacular cover by Jonny Duddle. Features to aid accessibility include RNIB-approved and dyslexia-friendly fonts and font sizes, tinted paper for glare reduction and maximum contrast, captions and detailed descriptions to accompany each illustration and themed navigational aids to assist the reader. An approved textbook at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry since publication, Newt Scamander’s masterpiece has entertained wizarding families through the generations. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is an indispensable introduction to the magical beasts of the wizarding world. Scamander’s years of travel and research have created a tome of unparalleled importance. Some of the beasts will be familiar to readers of the Harry Potter books – the Hippogriff, the Basilisk, the Hungarian Horntail ... Others will surprise even the most ardent amateur Magizoologist. Dip in to discover the curious habits of magical beasts across five continents … A contribution from the sale of each book will go to Comic Relief and Lumos.

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A perennial bestseller in the wizarding world and one of the most popular books in the Hogwarts School library, Quidditch Through the Ages contains all you will ever need to know about the history, the rules – and the breaking of the rules – of the noble sport of Quidditch. Packed with fascinating facts, this definitive guide by the esteemed Quidditch writer Kennilworthy Whisp charts the game’s history from its early origins in the medieval mists on Queerditch Marsh, through to the modern-day sport loved by so many wizard and Muggle families around the world. With comprehensive coverage of famous Quidditch teams, the commonest fouls, the development of racing brooms, and much more, this is a must-have sporting bible for all Harry Potter fans, Quidditch lovers and players, whether the weekend amateur or the seasoned Chudley Cannons season-ticket holder. This brand new edition of the most famous sports book in the wizarding world pairs J.K. Rowling’s original text, with gorgeous jacket art by Jonny Duddle and line illustrations throughout by Tomislav Tomic. A contribution from the sale of each book will go to Comic Relief.

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Strange things always seem to happen when Harry Potter is around. Things that unsettle his guardians, the Dursleys. They strongly disapprove of strangeness. It’s only when a letter arrives, delivered by a shaggy giant of a man called Hagrid, that Harry learns the truth that will transform his entire future: his parents were killed by the evil Lord Voldemort, and he, Harry, is a wizard. Whisked away to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardy, Harry discovers a world of enchantments, ghosts, Quidditch, and friends who will stand, through everything, by his side. But when Harry hears of a stone with great powers, he finds that his school has its own dark secrets – and an adventure that will become the stuff of legend begins. These adult editions with glorious jacket art by Andrew Davidson are now available in hardback for the first time.

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*Join Harry Potter on the magical journey of a lifetime in the fourth book in J.K. Rowling’s multi-award-winning series. The Triwizard Tournament is to be held at Hogwarts. Only wizards who are over seventeen are allowed to enter – but that doesn’t stop Harry dreaming that he will win the competition. Then at Hallowe’en, when the Goblet of Fire makes its selection, Harry is amazed to find his name is one of those that the magical cup picks out. He will face death-defying tasks, dragons and Dark wizards, but with the help of his best friends, Ron and Hermione, he might just make it through – alive! J.K. Rowling’s internationally bestselling Harry Potter books continue to captivate new generations of readers. Harry’s fourth adventure invites you to explore even more of the wizarding world; from the foggy, frozen depths of the Great Lake to the silvery secrets of the Pensieve. This gorgeous paperback edition features a spectacular cover by award-winning artist Jonny Duddle, plus refreshed bonus material, allowing readers to learn more about the different breeds of dragon. Perfect for anyone who’s ready to lose themselves in the biggest children’s books of all time. CURSES - COURAGE - COMPETITION Seven magical stories, one epic adventure. *Please note: The book cover and spine design you receive may vary slightly from the image shown.

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An approved textbook at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry since first publication, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is an indispensable guide to the magical beasts of the wizarding world. Muggles who have seen the eponymous film or read the Harry Potter novels will be familiar with some of these beasts – the Niffler, the Thunderbird, the Hippogriff ... This new paperback edition features the recently revised 2017 text, which includes six curious new creatures that inhabit the North American continent, and a new foreword from Newt Scamander that sheds fascinating light on the events surrounding a serious breach in the International Statute of Secrecy which took place in New York in the 1920s. This paperback edition features gorgeously shimmery snakeskin detail on the foil effect jacket and line illustrations throughout by Tomislav Tomic. Newt Scamander’s masterpiece has entertained wizarding families through the generations. Witches, wizards and Muggles of all ages will delight in discovering the extraordinary habits and habitats of magical beasts from across five continents.

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The Tales of Beedle the Bard have been favourite bedtime reading in wizarding households for centuries. Full of magic and trickery, these classic tales both entertain and instruct, and remain as captivating to young wizards today as they were when Beedle first put quill to parchment in the fifteenth century. There are five tales in all: 'The Tale of the Three Brothers' Harry Potter fans will know from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows; 'The Fountain of Fair Fortune', 'The Warlock's Hairy Heart', 'The Wizard and the Hopping Pot' and 'Babbitty Rabbitty and her Cackling Stump’ complete the collection. These narrative gems are accompanied by explanatory notes by Professor Albus Dumbledore (included by kind permission of the Hogwarts Headmaster’s archive). His illuminating thoughts reveal the stories to be much more than just simple moral tales, and are sure to make Babbitty Rabbitty and the slug-belching Hopping Pot as familiar to Muggles as Snow White and Cinderella. This edition of these much loved fairy tales from the wizarding world pairs J.K. Rowling’s original text with gorgeous jacket art by Jonny Duddle and line illustrations throughout by Tomislav Tomic. The Tales of Beedle the Bard is published in aid of the Lumos (link to wearelumos.org), an international children's charity (registered charity number 1112575) founded in 2005 by J.K Rowling. Lumos is dedicated ending the institutionalisation of children, a harmful practice that affects the lives of up to eight million disadvantaged children around the world who live in institutions and orphanages, many placed there as a result of poverty, disability, disease, discrimination and conflict; very few are orphans. Lumos works to reunite children with their families, promote family-based care alternatives and help authorities to reform their systems and close down institutions and orphanages.

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*Join Harry Potter on the magical journey of a lifetime in the seventh and final book in J.K. Rowling’s multi-award-winning series. As he climbs into the sidecar of Hagrid’s motorbike and takes to the skies, leaving Privet Drive for the last time, Harry Potter knows that Lord Voldemort and the Death Eaters are not far behind. The protective charm that has kept Harry safe until now is broken, but he cannot keep hiding. The Dark Lord is breathing fear into everything Harry loves, and to stop him Harry will have to find and destroy the remaining Horcruxes. The final battle must begin – Harry must stand and face his enemy. J.K. Rowling’s internationally bestselling Harry Potter books continue to captivate new generations of readers. Harry’s seventh adventure alongside his friends, Ron and Hermione, invites you to explore even more of the wizarding world; from the tombstones of Godric’s Hollow to the sweeping grandeur of Malfoy Manor. This gorgeous paperback edition features a spectacular cover by award-winning artist Jonny Duddle, plus refreshed bonus material, including Albus Dumbledore’s thoughts on a certain unbeatable wand made of elder. Perfect for anyone who’s ready to lose themselves in the biggest children’s books of all time. VOWS - VENGEANCE - VOLDEMORT Seven magical stories, one epic adventure. *Please note: The book cover and spine design you receive may vary slightly from the image shown.

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Després de dotze llarguíssims anys de captiveri dins la inexpugnable fortalesa d'Azkaban, un mal dia l'infame Sirius Black s'escapa de la presó. Condemnat per haver mort tretze persones mitjançant un malefici, el fugitiu està cridat a ser l'hereu de Voldemort, el Senyor de les forces del mal. Sirius desapareix per sorpresa, deixant poques pistes rere seu. Harry Potter no les té totes, ni tan sols se sent protegit entre els murs de l'escola de màgia on estudia, envoltat pels seus amics. Per si tot això fos poc, sembla que un d'ells està disposat a trair-lo...

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Hi ha una conspiració, Harry Potter. Una conspiració per fer que aquest curs passin coses horribles a l?Escola de Màgia i Bruixeria de Hogwarts.L?estiu li ha portat a en Harry Potter el pitjor aniversari possible, les advertències funestes d?un elf domèstic anomenat Dobby i el rescat d?en Ron Weasley al volant d?un cotxe volador, gràcies al qual ha pogut escapar dels Dursley. En Harry torna a l?Escola de Màgia i Bruixeria de Hogwarts per fer el segon curs. Sent unes veus horribles que ningú més no sent i llavors comencen els atacs. Alguns estudiants han sigut petrificats.Sembla que les prediccions sinistres d?en Dobby s?estan complint.

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Quan el Dobby, l?elf domèstic menut i malgirbat, apareix de sobte al carrer Privet per insistir al Harry Potter que no torni a Hogwarts, el Harry sospita que al darrere hi ha la mà del Draco Malfoy, el seu arxienemic. Gràcies al Ron Weasley, que el rescata dels terribles Dursley en un cotxe volador, en Harry passa la resta de l?estiu a El Cau. La vida amb els Weasley està tan plena de distraccions màgiques que en Harry de seguida oblida les advertències frenètiques del Dobby.Però quan torna a l?escola, un missatge sinistre que empastifa les parets d?un passadís fosc li recorda que, tal com havia predit el Dobby, estan a punt de passar coses terribles...En aquesta edició completament illustrada del segon llibre de la sèrie clàssica de J.K. Rowling, Jim Kay, guanyador de la medalla Kate Greenaway, conjura el món màgic en tots els detalls enlluernadors.Un llibre perfecte tant per als fans de Harry Potter com per als nous lectors.

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Edició de text íntegre a tot color, tapa dura amb sobrecoberta, acabats de luxe (lletres daurades, cinta de lectura, guardes illustrades (pendents de pressupost)) Un disseny enlluernador que complementa a la perfecció el clàssic de J. K. Rowling

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