harry potter

Harry Potter

          Harry Potter is a series of seven fantasy novels written by the British author J.K Rowling. The books chronicle the adventures of the adolescent wizard Harry Potter and his best friends Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger whom are students at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The main story is concern Harry’s quest to overcome the evil dark wizard Lord Voldemort, whose aim to subjugate non magical people, conquer the wizarding world, and destroy all those who stand I his way, especially Harry Potter.

          Since 30 June 1997 release of the first novel Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, the book have gained immense popularity, critical acclaim and commercial success worldwide. As of June 2011, the book series has sold about 450 million copies and has been translated into 67 languages, and the last four books consecutively set records as the fastest selling books in history.

          A series of many genres, including fantasy and coming of age (with elements of mystery, thriller, and romance), it has many cultural meanings and references. The initial major publishers of the books have since been published by many publishers worldwide. In October 2011, the series will be released in various ebook formats through Pottermore. The books have been made into an eight part film series by Warner Bros Pictures, with the seventh book split into two parts, it is the highest grossing film series of all time. The series also originated much tie in merchandise, making Harry Potter brand worth in excess of $15 billion.