The "New York Times" bestseller, now fully updated to include""the complete seven-volume series.
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The heartwarming story behind J.K. Rowling's rise to fame--and the answers to Harry Potter fans' most burning questions
Harry Potter is loved throughout the world, and so is his creator. Joanne Kathleen (J.K.) Rowling is a true wizard, a woman who has the ability to recall vividly her days as a[...]

Life in a small town can be pretty boring when everyone avoids you like the plague. But after their father unwittingly sends them to stay with an aunt who's away on holiday, the Hardscrabble children take off on an adventure that begins in the seedy streets of London and ends in a peculiar sea villa[...]

As was argued in Reading Harry Potter: Critical Essays (Praeger, 2003), interpreting the underlying messages and themes of the Harry Potter series is vital for understanding the ways in which we perceive and interact with each other in contemporary society. The novels and corresponding film adaptati[...]

"Basic Nursing" is known for its direct, easy-to-read style and visually appealing design, making it perfect for busy nursing students. It covers all essential nursing principles, concepts, and skills and consistently follows the 5-step nursing process framework. With a strong focus on critical thin[...]

Designed to accompany Potter and Perry's Clinical Nursing Skills and Techniques, 7th edition text, these handy checklists serve as a valuable assessment tool for each skill presented in the textbook.[...]