Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone: Illustrated Edition

Every time we went to the library or went to a book store and saw this book, it was so beautiful that my daughters would always stop to look at it, so recently I bought this for my harry potter mad youngest's birthday. It is a gorgeous book- the unabridged original story with detailed illustrations on every page. It's so magical being able to see the characters described in the book really come alive, and in my youngest's opinion, every illustration looks "right" for their descriptions in the book. The illustrations sometimes span one page, two pages, or are just interwoven with the text seamlessly to make for a great reading experience. Since the pages are much bigger and words larger than a traditional novel, it also makes it less daunting and more readable for younger, perhaps more reluctant readers as well. Having read the original un-illustrated version, re-reading this again with the illustrations gives a whole new feeling to the story. Whether your a long-term fan, or new one, this is a great must-buy, definitely worth every penny in comparison to the non-illustrated version.

As soon as I saw images of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone: Illustrated Edition I knew I had to have it, as a huge fan of the series and someone who already owns several print versions as well as the ebook of each Harry Potter story there was no way I could miss out on this beautiful new edition. There is absolutely no point in me writing another review of the story (you can read my original one HERE) because I'm pretty sure that most of the people who are going to be looking at buying this book are already going to be Harry Potter fans so instead I'm going to focus on the quality of the book and the illustrations. To put it simply this book is STUNNING. I had high expectations but was totally blown away by how beautiful this book is, it brings back the magical feeling of reading Harry Potter for the first time and I think it's definitely a perfect edition to read with children. Jim Kay has done a fantastic job of giving new life to the characters, he's managed to make them his own (which must have been quite hard to do considering how well everyone knows the actors from the movies) while still making them instantly recognisable. The book itself is a lot larger than I expected and has me wondering if they'll have to publish the later books in more than one edition. The quality is brilliant with lovely glossy pages and gorgeous illustrated end pages. This is the kind of book that you want to treasure and it would make a perfect gift for any Harry Potter fan. I can't wait to see the illustrated editions of the rest of the series and will definitely be purchasing them as soon as they're published.

I've been a Harry Potter fan since I was ten years old. I have to admit that I am now thirty-two, I have a big beard, I've played drums in multiple heavy metal bands and I now have three children. So to paint a picture, I'm a bit of a hefty bearded metaller with little mini-me's causing havoc wherever we go but one thing will always stick with me and that is Harry Potter. It's such an escape. I have the books wherever I am. On my Kindle or on audible. The films I am exactly the same with, I've got then in Google play from the digital codes and also on Amazon Prime. I love the books and I listen/read them about two or three times a year. The illustrated versions are absolutely next level. There's the fantastic story by JK Rowling that we all so love but accompanied by these illustrations from this wonderful artist and they are beautiful. To elevate them even more is this digital version of Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone where the illustrations are animated. An amazing achievement especially as it coincides with the magical concept in the books of moving images. I highly recommend this book and I am still waiting on a digital copy of the illustrated versions of the rest of them (even though I have them all in hardback). As soon as they are released I am on them like a fly on... Well... You get the idea.

Great book with great illustrations from a master.

This illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is a beautiful addition to any collection and makes for a perfect first copy for young readers. The stunning illustrations add an extra layer to this classic childhood favourite, which has already captured the imaginations of millions. Pros: • Beautiful, high-quality illustrations that enhance the storytelling • A great introduction to the series for children • Durable hardcover with a nice cover and dust jacket • Perfect for those who struggle with imagining scenes in their head, as the artwork brings the story to life Cons: • Quite pricey, making collecting the entire series a more expensive endeavor

The book is simply STUNNING! I love all the work they put into details, and how the illustrations come and complete the story! I can hardly wait for the rest of the series, I will definitely buy them all. The illustrations are rich in detail and plenty in number, so you will not be disappointed. It is the perfect present for a Harry Potter fan, so if you don't know what to get you dear ones this Christmas, this is THE gift. The paper is of very high quality, the pictures very clear and vivid, the dust jacket is gorgeous, well bound (with string stitches and glue), all meant to give the feeling of a deluxe book. Pretty heavy, which makes me wonder how heavy will the seventh one be? My only complaint has got to do with the way they packed it. No protective measures whatsoever. Just a simple cardboard sleeve-like wrapping. As a result, the book came with both the upper corners of the cover bent, and the page corners are also slightly bent. Considering it had a long journey to make (from UK to Romania), I would have thought they would pack it with more attention, to prevent it from transport damages. I would have liked to receive it in mint condition, but... you can't have everything in life, I guess. Next time I will specifically ask for a more sturdy packaging.

I love this book!! The illustrations are amazing and the whole story is there. The book is bigger than a4 size so wouldn't be suitable for taking on holiday if you value your packing space. Apart from that there are no complaints. It's so nice to see the beautifully drawn images on the pages as you read this fabulous book. As a huge Harry Potter fan I have been reading the series since the first book came out, the drawings in here are so detailed and are actually just how imagined the characters and the scenery to look like the very first time I read the book. It is so nice that they didn't use illustrations based on the characters in the films and actually used real imagination to depict each thing. Some of the pages do not include illustrations but have things like ink splattering and water droplets to give it a sort of journal look. There is also quite a fun page which gives an illustration of a troll and described different parts of their body which is quite amusing, it even shows the trolls brain in comparison to the rest of its head!! It is such an imaginative picture book for children and adults alike. I originally brought it as a present for my cousin but them decided to get myself one as well. If you're unsure whether to get it then I would highly recommend that you do. You won't be disappointed. I can't wait for the rest of them to come out!

We all know J K Rowling’s epic story telling and the wonderful pictures she ‘draws’ with words so it is a big ask for an artist to add to that achievement. But Jim Kay really does meet the brief. His images are amazing and full of atmosphere. They vary from cosy domestic scenes, comic caricatures of key characters and simply awe-inspiring, jaw-dropping fantasy landscapes that rival the film for their power and depth. It’s a lovely book to handle and the quality of the paper and bindings are superb. I recommend this as a very special birthday gift for a child (or adult) who is being introduced to the Harry Potter series for the first time. This will,get them reading.

Lo primero que llama la atención cuando llega el libro a casa es el tamaño, es literalmente enorme; me recuerda a los libros de fábulas que leía de pequeño en la cama. Las ilustraciones son maravillosas, los acabados perfectos, hasta el más mínimo detalle está pulido. Además, la calidad de las hojas y la cubierta es muy buena, es un libro hecho para durar (perfecto para niños o coleccionistas). Estoy encantado, sin palabras, nunca pensé que esta edición ilustrada me pudiese gustar tanto. La recomiendo y, de hecho, pienso regalarlo esta Navidad a un par de amigos y familiares que son seguidores de Harry Potter. Lo único que me parece una vergüenza es que la edición española cueste exactamente el doble que la inglesa. Los editores españoles... En fin...

Wonderful and very artistic.Must buy.

G: 7 years old: biggest bestest book I've read! Super perfect A: 7 years old: book is too beautiful and cool. I love it too much! Dad: nice to read again with cool pictures.

¡Me encanta!, te mantiene al filo del asiento. Solo esperas el momento de abrir de nuevo la app y leer un poco más. Las ilustraciones están fenomenales.

Everything is beautiful about this book, a great gift for a kid or an adult Fast delivery