Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Illustrated Edition – in pictures

From the multi-coloured sorting hat, to the sinister Snape to the red glow of Ron’s hair, we revel in Jim Kay’s glorious pictures for the new illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone• Win a copy of the new illustrated edition, plus a signed Jim Kay print and a Harry Potter tote bag – find out how here! Continue reading... Continue reading at 'The Guardian'

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