Tales of Beedle the Bard

J.K. Rowling, J.K. Rowling

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Bloomsbury
04 December 2008

Fantasy; Fantasy & magical realism (Children's&YA); Epic Fantasy; Mythological Creatures, People & Places; Young Adult Fantasy; Harry Potter; Young Adult Fantasy

A richly magical collection of tales from J. K. Rowling that will satisfy fans and new readers alike. The Tales of Beedle the Bard played a crucial role in assisting Harry, aided by his friends Ron and Hermione, to finally defeat Lord Voldemort.

Fans will be thrilled to have this opportunity to read the tales in full. The Tales of Beedle the Bard is without doubt an exciting addition to the canon of Harry Potter.

They also reveal the wonderful versatility of the author, as she tackles with relish the structure and varying tones of a classic fairy tale. Published in association with the Children's High Level Group (CHLG) GBP1.61 from every sale of Bloomsbury's edition of The Tales of Beedle the Bard will be donated to the Children's High Level Group.

By: J.K. Rowling
Illustrated by: J.K. Rowling
Imprint: Bloomsbury
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 178mm, Width: 125mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 169g
ISBN: 9780747599876
ISBN 10: 0747599874
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 04 December 2008
Recommended Age: From 9 to 12 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , 9-11 years , Children / Juvenile
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

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Author Website: http://www.bloomsbury.com/Authors/details.aspx?tpid=720

Since the publication of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in 1997, the Harry Potter novels have sold 400 million copies worldwide and have been translated into 65 languages. J. K. Rowling has generated huge popular appeal for her books across the generations in an unprecedented fashion: she was the first children's author to be voted the BA Author of the Year, and also to win the British Book Awards Author of the Year. J. K. Rowling lives with her family in Edinburgh.

Reviews for Tales of Beedle the Bard

'The stories are simple, original, diverse, witty and wise This is a book for families to share a storytelling treat' Books for Keeps

Short-listed for Galaxy British Book Awards: WHSmith Children's Book of the Year 2009
Shortlisted for Galaxy British Book Awards: WHSmith Children's Book of the Year 2009.