The Harry Potter novels

J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter novels chart the adventures of wizards Harry Potter and Ron Weasley and witch Hermione Granger, who are all students at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

The seven novels chronicle Harry Potter’s quest to overcome dark wizard Voldemort who aims to conquer the wizarding world and overcome all muggles (non magic folk).

The books have captured the imaginations of adults and children alike, gaining critical acclaim and commercial success across the globe. Harry Potter is the best selling book series in history and has been translated into 67 languages!

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