Description
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone by J.K. Rowling follows a boy, Harry Potter, as he enters this wizard world at the age of eleven on his birthday and finds out that he is a wizard. Now I give you a short summary:
Introducing Harry: Harry lives with his neglectful aunt and uncle, Dursleys, who keep him in a cupboard under the stairs. He totally does not fit in and is constantly bullied by his cousin Dudley.
The Invitation to Hogwarts: On his eleventh birthday, Harry receives an invitation to attend Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Hagrid, the gamekeeper at the school, delivers the letter personally and then Harry discovers his real identity and the past about his parents.
Journey to Hogwarts: Harry travels to Hogwarts, meets his acquaintances Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger there, and discovers the attractive school with moving staircases and the magical Sorting Hat that put him in Gryffindor House.
The Mystery of the Philosopher’s Stone: In the course of the school year, Harry learns about the Philosopher’s Stone, an object of magic that gives immortality. He then knows that dark forces are trying to steal it, more directly by the dark wizard Voldemort, who murdered his parents.
Confrontation and Growth: Harry finally discovers the plan through his friends, Ron and Hermione, and faces battles that tested their worth as true friends. Finally, he confronts Voldemort, who is weakened but dangerous.
Conclusion: The end comes when Harry kills Voldemort’s henchmen and then goes home to pass the summer with a sense of belonging and a new family in the wizarding world.
Themes:
The novel talks about friendship, bravery, the struggle between good and evil, and choice. Harry’s experiences show that love and loyalty are the most essential thing to him and reflect a greater story in the next books.
In a word, “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” is an excellent introduction to this world classic series, which has conquered the minds of people of any age.
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