The Sorcerer's Companion: A Guide to the Magical World of Harry PotterMillions of readers the world over have been,chanted by the magical world of Harry Potter - but,few realise that there is a centuries-old trove of,true history, folklore and mythology behind,Harry's fantastic universe. Now readers of all,ages can uncover this entertaining and unexpected,information with this beautifully illustrated,resource - a must for all Potter aficionados!,A memorable book - Publisher's Weekly,Friendly and informative - Dayton Daily News,A rich tapestry of visuals - Southampton Press,A book to treasure - Ann LaFarge. |
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