Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Latin) : Harrius Potter et Philosophi Lapis (Latin)
(Author) J K RowlingDominus et Domina Dursley, qui vivebant in aedibus Gestationis Ligustrorum numero quattor signatis ...' The first words of J.K. Rowling's timeless classic are more familiar to readers as 'Mr and Mrs Dursley, of number four, Privet Drive ...' Following in the steps of other great children's classics, including Winnie the Pooh (winnie ille pu) and Paddington Bear (ursus nomine paddington), Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is available in Latin. Learners and lovers of Latin will delight in Peter Needham's sparkling translation, which perfectly captures the wit and invention of J.K. Rowling's original, now reissued with stunning new cover art from Jonny Duddle.
J K Rowling
J.K. Rowling is a British author best known for creating the globally beloved Harry Potter series, which has sold over 500 million copies worldwide. Born in Yate, England, Rowling developed her passion for storytelling early on, crafting a magical world that would captivate readers of all ages. Beyond Harry Potter, she has written novels for adults, such as The Casual Vacancy, and the Cormoran Strike detective series under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith. Rowling is also a prominent philanthropist, supporting various causes including children's welfare, multiple sclerosis research, and anti-poverty initiatives.
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