nThe first book in the Harry Potter series, now in a special edition paperback with colorful stenciled edges! A must-have for fans and a stunning gift for collectors of all ages.n nn nHarry Potter has never played a sport while flying on a broomstick. Hes never worn a cloak of invisibility, befriended a giant, or helped hatch a dragon. All Harry knows is a miserable life with the Dursleys, his horrible aunt and uncle, and their abominable son, Dudley. Harrys room is a tiny closet at the foot of the stairs, and he hasnt had a birthday party in eleven years.n nn nBut then a mysterious letter arrives by owl messenger: a letter with an invitation to an incredible place called Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. And there he finds not only friends, aerial sports, and magic around every corner, but a great destiny thats been waiting for him... if Harry can survive the encounter.n