Fact, Fiction, and Folklore in Harry Potter's World An Unofficial Guide

Did you know that- * J. K. Rowling's characters share a lot in common with J. R. R. Tolkien's characters? * Many of the magical items in Harry's world actually have equivalents in ours? * Some of Rowling's beasts have been around for hundreds of years? Find out the Stories Behind the Stories With more than 300 entries, from bite-sized appetizers to meaty entrees, this book provides fun and fascinating facts behind the world myths, legends, literature, and history embedded in the Harry Potter novels written by J. K. Rowling, who holds a degree in French and the classics. Arranged alphabetically in four sections-fabulous beasts, prominent wizards, magical artifacts, and places where the wizarding world hangs out-this comprehensive resource is entertaining and educational: Abominable Snowman to zombie, wizards Falco Aesalon to Bowman Wright, amulet to the wizard's wireless, and the apothecary to Zonko's Joke Shop-it's all covered here. With seventy illustrations by five-time Hugo-award winner Tim Kirk and newcomer Britton McDaniel, this Harry Potter companion is a visual and narrative treat that belongs on the shelf of every fan. Harry Potter expert George Beahm is the author of Muggles and Magic: An Unofficial Guide to J. K. Rowling and the Harry Potter Phenomenon, which was called "well-written" and "interesting" by School Library Journal. Publishers Weekly called it, "Sophisticated enough to interest adults and lively enough to keep younger readers engaged." With Fact, Fiction, and Folklore in Harry Potter's World you can explore the fascinating connections in the enchanting world of Harry Potter.Beahm, George is the author of 'Fact, Fiction, and Folklore in Harry Potter's World An Unofficial Guide', published 0013 under ISBN 9781571744401 and ISBN 1571744401.