From its origins on Queerditch Marsh in the eleventh century to the sophisticated sport played today, discover how ‘Quidditch unites witches and wizards from all walks of life, bringing us together to share moments of exhilaration, triumph and (for those who support the Chudley Cannons) despair’ , according to Professor Albus Dumbledore’s foreword. Do you know why refereeing a Quidditch match was once a task for only the bravest witches and wizards, or how to tell a Transylvanian Tackle from a Woollongong Shimmy? In this enlightening and highly popular Hogwarts library book, Kennilworthy Whisp reveals the daring highs and dangerous lows of the glorious game of Quidditch.
Все семь электронных книг из серии о Гарри Поттере – которая стала международным бестселлером и отмечена множеством наград – с изумительными иллюстрациями Олли Мосс на обложках можно загрузить в виде одного пакета. Окунитесь в историю, которая захватила воображение миллионов людей по всему миру.
‘No Muggle Prime Minister has ever set foot in the Ministry of Magic, for reasons most succinctly summed up by ex-Minister Dugald McPhail (term of office 1858-1865): “their puir wee braines couldnae cope wi’ it.”’ – J.K. Rowling Pottermore Presents is a collection of J.K. Rowling’s writing from the Pottermore archives: short reads originally featured on pottermore.com with some exclusive new additions. These eBooks, with writing curated by Pottermore, will take you beyond the Harry Potter stories as J.K. Rowling reveals her inspiration, intricate details of characters’ lives and surprises from the wizarding world. These stories of power, politics and pesky poltergeists give you a glimpse into the darker side of the wizarding world, revealing the ruthless roots of Professor Umbridge, the lowdown on the Ministers for Magic and the history of the wizarding prison Azkaban. You will also delve deeper into Horace Slughorn’s early years as Potions master at Hogwarts – and his acquaintance with one Tom Marvolo Riddle.
‘Minerva was the Roman goddess of warriors and wisdom. William McGonagall is celebrated as the worst poet in British history. There was something irresistible to me about his name, and the idea that such a brilliant woman might be a distant relative of the buffoonish McGonagall.’ – J.K. Rowling Pottermore Presents is a collection of J.K. Rowling’s writing from the Pottermore archives: short reads originally featured on pottermore.com with some exclusive new additions. These eBooks, with writing curated by Pottermore, will take you beyond the Harry Potter stories as J.K. Rowling reveals her inspiration, intricate details of characters’ lives and surprises from the wizarding world. These stories of heroism, hardship and dangerous hobbies profile two of the Harry Potter stories’ most courageous and iconic characters: Minerva McGonagall and Remus Lupin. J.K. Rowling also gives us a peek behind the closed curtains of Sybill Trelawney’s life, and you’ll encounter the reckless, magical-beast-loving Silvanus Kettleburn along the way.
Пьеса Джека Торна «Гарри Поттер и проклятое дитя» создана на основе новой истории от Дж.К.Роулинг, Джона Тиффани и Джека Торна. Это восьмая история о Гарри Поттере и первая официальная сценическая постановка. Специальное репетиционное издание сценария – продолжение путешествия Гарри Поттера, его друзей и семьи – вышло одновременно с премьерой пьесы в лондонском ВестЭнде 30 июля 2016 года и сразу же стало бестселлером. Быть Гарри Поттером всегда непросто. Вот и сейчас ему, сверх меры загруженному работой в Министерстве Магии, мужу и отцу троих детей школьного возраста, приходится нелегко. И пока Гарри пытается бороться с прошлым, которое в прошлом ставаться совсем не хочет, его младший сын Альбус сражается с грузом семейного наследия, которое ему никогда не нравилось. Прошлое и настоящее зловеще переплетаются, а отцу и сыну становится очевидной нелегкая истина: мрак подчас приходит из самых неожиданных мест.
When Magizoologist Newt Scamander arrives in New York, he intends his stay to be just a brief stopover. However, when his magical case is misplaced and some of Newt's fantastic beasts escape, it spells trouble for everyone… Inspired by the original Hogwart’s textbook by Newt Scamander, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original screenplay marks the screenwriting debut of J.K. Rowling, author of the beloved and internationally bestselling Harry Potter books. A feat of imagination and featuring a cast of remarkable characters and magical creatures, this is epic adventure-packed storytelling at its very best. Whether an existing fan or new to the wizarding world, this is a perfect addition for any film lover or reader’s bookshelf. The film Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them will have its theatrical release on 18th November 2016.
Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, a new play by Jack Thorne, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is the eighth story in the Harry Potter series and the first official Harry Potter story to be presented on stage. The play received its world premiere in London’s West End on 30th July 2016. It was always difficult being Harry Potter and it isn’t much easier now that he is an overworked employee of the Ministry of Magic, a husband and father of three school-age children. While Harry grapples with a past that refuses to stay where it belongs, his youngest son Albus must struggle with the weight of a family legacy he never wanted. As past and present fuse ominously, both father and son learn the uncomfortable truth: sometimes, darkness comes from unexpected places.
All profits from the sale of this eBook will go to Lumos, a charity founded by J.K. Rowling to end the institutionalisation of children worldwide. As familiar to many Hogwarts students as Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty are to Muggle children, The Tales of Beedle the Bard is a collection of popular stories written for young wizards and witches. Translated from the original runes by Hermione Granger, they include fascinating additional notes from Professor Albus Dumbledore, with intriguing glimpses into his life at Hogwarts, as well as illustrations from J.K. Rowling herself. For wizarding and Muggle readers alike, this is a must-have edition, featuring fate-seeking witches, a hairy-hearted warlock and the tale of the three brothers who tried to cheat Death…
A brand new edition of this essential companion to the Harry Potter stories, with a new foreword from J.K. Rowling ( writing as Newt Scamander ), and 6 new beasts! A set 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…
«Отдайте мне Гарри Поттера, – сказал голос Вольдеморта, – и останетесь целы. Отдайте Гарри Поттера, и я не трону замок. Отдайте Гарри Поттера, и будете вознаграждены». Забираясь в коляску мотоцикла Огрида и взмывая в небо, чтобы больше не вернуться на Бирючинную улицу, Гарри Поттер знает, что Лорд Вольдеморт и Упивающиеся Смертью совсем рядом. Защитное заклятие, хранившее Гарри до сих пор, рассеялось, но он не может постоянно прятаться. Черный Лорд пропитывает страхом все, что любит Гарри. Чтобы остановить Вольдеморта, мальчику нужно найти и уничтожить оставшиеся окаянты. Пришло время последней битвы – Гарри придется встретиться со своим врагом лицом к лицу…