Harry Potter's summer has included the worst birthday ever, doomy warnings from a house-elf called Dobby, and rescue from the Dursleys by his friend Ron Weasley in a magical flying car! Back at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for his second year, Harry hears strange whispers echo through empty corridors - and then the attacks start. Students are found as though turned to stone... Dobby's sinister predictions seem to be coming true. "J. K. Rowling's second book is just as funny, frightening and unexpected as her first." The Daily Mail ... |
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Harry Potter is lucky to reach the age of thirteen, since he has survived the murderous attacks of the feared Dark Lord on more than one occasion. His hopes for a quiet school term concentrating on Quidditch are dashed, though, when a maniacal mass-murderer escapes from Azkaban, pursued by the soul-sucking Dementors who guard the prison. It's assumed that Hogwarts is the safest place for Harry to be. But is it his imagination that is making him feel eyes watching him in the dark, and should he be taking Professor Trelawney's ghoulish predictions seriously? These new editions of the classic and internationally ... |
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Turning the envelope over, his hand trembling, Harry saw a purple wax seal bearing coat of arms; a lion, an eagle, a badger and a snake surrounding a large letter "H". Harry Potter has never even heard of Hogwarts when the letters start dropping on the doormat at number four, Privet Drive. Addressed in green ink on yellowish parchment with a purple seal, they are swiftly confiscated by his grisly aunt and uncle. Then, on Harry's eleventh birthday, a great beetle-eyed giant of a man called Rubeus Hagrid bursts in with some astonishing news: Harry Potter is a wizard, and he has a place at Hogwarts School of ... |
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20th Anniversary edition. ... This Hufflepuff edition is published to mark the 20th anniversary of first publication of "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets". Relish great Hufflepuff moments - reportting Mandrakes with Professor Sprout, Ernie Macmillan's apology - and enjoy exciting features and illustrations that celebrate the noble character of Hufflepuff house. Perfect for anyone who has ever imagined sitting under the Sorting Hat in the Great Hall at Hogwarts waiting to hear: "Better be Hufflepuff". ... |
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Hogwarts house edition. ... Let the magic of J.K. Rowling's classic Harry Potter series take you back to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. This Hufflepuff House Edition of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire celebrates the noble character of the Hogwarts house famed for its dedication, patience and loyalty. Harry's fourth year at Hogwarts is packed with more great Hufflepuff moments and characters - not least the heroism and valour of Hogwarts champion Cedric Diggory in the thrilling Triwizard Tournament... Each Hufflepuff House Edition features vibrant sprayed edges and intricate silver foiling. The ... |
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The essential companion to the Harry Potter stories - fully revised and updated. ... A copy of "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" resides in almost every wizarding household in the country. Now Muggles too have the chance to discover what the Puffskein eats and why it is best not to leave milk out for a Knarl. ... |
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An essential companion to the Harry Potter books, "The Tales of Beedle the Bard" is a collection of fairytales from the wizarding world, via the enchanted pen of J.K. Rowling. Rich with allusions and symbols from the Harry Potter stories, and enhanced with fascinating commentary from beloved sage Professor Albus Dumbledore, this is a Hogwarts Library book to treasure and enjoy for years to come. All of the gorgeous, grim and gothic detail of the Bard's five bewitching tales has been brought to life by Chris Riddell, thrice winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal. Much loved by generations of witches and ... |
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Laia is a slave. Elias is a soldier. Neither is free. Under the Martial Empire, defiance is met with death. Those who do not vow their blood and bodies to the Emperor risk the execution of their loved ones and the destruction of all they hold dear. It is in this brutal world, inspired by ancient Rome, that Laia lives with her grandparents and older brother. The family ekes out an existence in the Empire's impoverished backstreets. They do not challenge the Empire. They've seen what happens to those who do. But when Laia's brother is arrested for treason, Laia is forced to make a decision. In exchange for ... |
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Morrigan Crow is cursed, destined to die on her eleventh birthday. But, as the clock strikes midnight, she's whisked away by a remarkable man called Jupiter North and taken to the secret city of Nevermoor.There she's invited to join the Wundrous Society. Mystery, magic and protection are hers - if only she can pass four impossible trials, using an exceptional talent. Which she doesn't have...Perfect for fans of the Harry Potter series and His Dark Materials, this series takes readers into an extraordinary world, setting hope and imagination alive. "Funny and delightful." Sunday Times "A full- ... |
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Изследвания в чест на доц. д-р Ани Леви ... Книгата съдържа статии и бележки на български и испански език. От 2004г. до днес доц. д-р Ани Леви е преподавател в Департамент "Чужди езици и литератури"(днес Департамент " Романистика и германистика") в Нов Български Университет, където е титуляр на редица дисциплини в областта на теорията на превода и испано-американската литература: Увод в общата теория на превода(от 1997г. до днес); Обща теория на превода(от 1994г. до днес); Спецкурсове по превод(от 1995г до днес); Испаноамериканска литература (от 1995г. до днес); Фразеология(1996г.); Симултантен превод( ... |
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За малките и големи почитатели на книгите и филмите за младия магьосник Хари Потър, от "Top Trumps" са събрали екранните образи на любими герои от "Хари Потър и Даровете на Смъртта - част първа" в настолна игра с карти, която води началото си от класическата "Война". Събери приятелската си компания и се забавлявайте с Хари, Хърмаяни, Рон, Джини, Дъмбълдор, Снейп, Малфой, Луна, Невил, омразната Белатрикс Лестрандж, Волдемор, змията Наджини и останалите персонажи от филма. Настолната игра с карти е част от колекционерската серия "Top Trumps: Хари Потър", която събира в себе си ... |
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The textbook of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry's Care of Magical Creatures class comes to life in this one-of-a-kind collectable featuring the sound and movement of the famous Monster Book of Monsters. Kit includes: 3 1/2" Monster Book of Monsters replica featuring audio of the book in chomping action and movement. Both special features are sound-activated, prompted by a simple sound such as hand-clapping. 48-page paperback book on magical creatures, featuring descriptions, quotes, and full-colour illustrations and photos from the films throughout. Requires two AAA batteries (not included). ... |
