Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone: The Beginning of a Magical Epic

In this first volume of Harry Potter, the young orphan discovers the wizarding world at Hogwarts, marking the beginning of a great story of magic. An iconic work of literature that has amazed every generation.

By Hugo COLLIN
Published on 18 October 2023

Magic

The release of the first book in 1997 left the literary world fascinated by a young wizard named Harry Potter, whose adventure began with the first volume, Harry Potter at Philosopher's Stone. This is the beginning of a great saga of 7 books. This magical work by author J.K. Rowling has succeeded in bringing together readers of all ages, and her books are still very popular today. The author even gave birth to a series of must-see films.

Revelation

The story begins with the young orphan Harry Potter, whose parents are later killed by Harry's enemy. From a very early age, Harry was taken in by his aunt and uncle, the Dursleys. He led a miserable life until the day he received his letter of admission to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Rubeus Hagrid, Harry's future friend, is the one who utters the emblematic line: "You're a wizard, Harry!" This simple phrase marks the beginning of Harry's magical saga. It was then that he discovered his heritage and his potential in the wizarding world at Hogwarts.

Enchantment

This is where most of the saga takes place and where readers will see young Potter grow up. He discovers the fascinating world of magic. Readers are transported to a world where magic works, broomsticks fly and fantastic creatures roam the Forbidden Forest. Every page of the book is imbued with J.K.Rowling's detail and imagination, creating a complex and wonderful world.

The success of the first volume was phenomenal, and the work is known the world over. It not only inspired a series of books, but also a film franchise that still captivates audiences around the world today. Some lines are still very well known, such as Dumbledore's words, "Happiness can be found even in the darkest moments, you just have to remember to turn on the light".

Eternity

"Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" is much more than just a story for children, and the saga as a whole is aimed at all audiences. This first volume left its mark on the world of literature and cinema. Even today, Harry Potter continues to amaze readers the world over.