Harry Potter - The Great Film Universe

After movie audiences first became acquainted with the boy wizard with the lightning-shaped scar in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, the Harry Potter films became one of the most successful and popular film series of all time. This book presents a visual chronicle of the work of the artists and filmmakers involved in making the magic real. Hundreds of fascinating artworks, from production drawings and concept designs to sketches and graphics, provide insights into the creative processes that brought the magical world to life on screen. Featuring many previously unpublished images of Hogwarts Castle and other magical locations, beloved witches and wizards, and fantastical creatures, this book allows fans to fully immerse themselves in the magical world. In the process, it becomes clear how one author's imagination became the life project of many people. The Art of Harry Potter - an ultimate complete work that illuminates the artistic aspects behind the magical film series and takes the reader on an adventurous journey..

In 2017, J.K. Rowling, Bloomsbury and the British Library joined forces to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. The result was an exhibition that takes its visitors on a journey into the heart of the Harry Potter stories, and this special book.It brings together many weird, wonderful and fascinating artifacts from the British Library's archives, as well as never-before-published treasures from J.K. Rowling's personal possessions, and invites you to discover in a whole new way the various subjects taught at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry - from astronomy and potions to wizardry and divination.A variety of experts guide you through each magical subject and inside a treasure trove of exhibits from the British Library and other collections from around the world. You can delve into ancient spells, admire celestial globes and unroll illuminated manuscripts that promise to reveal the elixir of life. You can see vials of dragon's blood, snake wands, strange mandrake roots, painted centaurs and a real witch's broom. This interplay of myths, history and the magic of the Harry Potter novels is exciting and absolutely fascinating!

"Want to learn more about Hogwarts Castle? Want to know why the ice sculptures at the Yule Ball never melt, where Galleons, Sickles and Knuts are minted and how to get a Hippogriff to work with actors.Then welcome to . Immerse yourself in the adventurous world behind the scenes of the Harry Potter films. Learn everything firsthand. Actors and directors reveal their secrets, reveal film tricks, show previously unpublished photos and tell all sorts of stories from the filming. A unique collector's edition with numerous lavishly designed extras from the feature films.Lavishly designed extras such as pop-ups and flaps make the book a special, interactive reading experience. The book contains everything a Harry Potter fan needs to know."

When you hear pumpkin juice and cauldron cake, you immediately feel transported to the Great Hall of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Yet the culinary world of wizards and witches has much more to offer: From rock cookies and butterbeer to treacle tart and hearty roasts, each of the 7 volumes contains a variety of recipes for every time of day and every situation.The unofficial Harry Potter cookbook brings together over 150 magical recipes, easy to implement and explained step by step. With this book, you don't need house elves to prepare a delicious dish that can even make a scowling goblin smile.The must-have gift for any fan!