5b J. K. Rowling, illustrations by Mary GrandPré, Arthur A. Levine Books, An imprint of Scholastic Books. 1998. First American Edition.
Notes
The Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling is one of the most successful literary phenomena of all time. Initially rejected by multiple publishers, the first book, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone(1997), became a global sensation for its imaginative storytelling, relatable characters, and the richly detailed wizarding world. The series has sold over 500 million copies, been translated into numerous languages, and inspired a billion-dollar film franchise, theme parks, and countless merchandise, solidifying its place in pop culture history.
The first American edition, retitled Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, was published by Scholastic in October 1998 and had a print run of 30,000 copies---compared with only 500 of the first UK edition in June 1997. The title change, suggested by the publisher, was meant to appeal to U.S. readers who might not connect with the term “Philosopher’s Stone.” This edition introduced American audiences to the boy wizard and marked the beginning of a cultural phenomenon in the United States, catapulting J.K. Rowling to international stardom. This is a stated "First American Edition with the full number line 1-10. It is housed in a protective clamshell.
Description
Purple boards with Red canvas three quarter spine. Silver lettering on the spine. Original dust jacket with illustrations by Mary GrandPré. Very Fine, Like New condition with marbled and canvas clamshell.
