Harry Potter - A History of Magic

by J.K. Rowling

First published 2017

Unlock the secrets of Hogwarts' curriculum with this visually stunning insider's tour. Discover the real-world inspirations behind magical disciplines like Potions, Herbology, and Care of Magical Creatures, as revealed through rare artifacts and exclusive insights from J.K. Rowling's personal archives. An enchanting exploration for every Potterhead.

Genres: historical-fiction, fantasy, non-fiction, academia

Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking, whimsical

Tropes: found-family, world-building

256 pages · Paperback · Bloomsbury Children's Books

More by J.K. Rowling

• Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
• Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
• Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
• Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
• Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Harry Potter, Book 6)
• The Tales of Beedle the Bard
• Quidditch Through the Ages
• The Ink Black Heart

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