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Harry trávi letné prázdniny opäť u Dursleyovcov. Tento rok má však plnú hlavu udalostí na Ministerstve mágie. Rozmýšľa nad smrťou svojho milovaného krstného otca Siriusa Blacka, pripomína si hrôzostrašný zápas so smrťožrútmi i neľútostný súboj profesora Dumbledora s lordom Voldemortom. Teraz nervózne čaká vo svojej izbietke na riaditeľovu návštevu. Harry si nevie vysvetliť, prečo sa s ním chce Dumbledore stretnúť práve teraz. Musí to byť niečo dôležité, ak to nemôže počkať do začiatku školského roka. Navyše sa obáva reakcie Dursleyovcov na nečakanú návštevu rokfortského riaditeľa. Z anglického originálu Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 38 Soho Square, London 2005), preložila Oľga Kralovičová.

Garry Potter i dary smerti

Garry Potter i orden feniksa

Harry Potter I Princ-Polukrovka

Prázdne miesto je veľkolepý a vynikajúco napísaný román o súčasnej spoločnosti. J. K. Rowlingová vytvorila fascinujúci svet s postavami, v ktorých zaručene spoznáte vlastných susedov. Šarvátky a divoké konflikty otriasajúce životmi ľudí v Pagforde sú plné vášní, ktoré zasahujú aj každého z nás. Po nečakanej smrti štyridsiatnika Barryho Fairbrothera ostane Pagford v šoku. Je to zdanlivo idylické anglické mestečko s dláždeným námestím a starobylým opátstvom, ale za peknou fasádou zúri tichá vojna. Bohatí bojujú s chudobnými, tínedžeri s rodičmi, manželky s manželmi, učitelia so žiakmi. Pagford rozhodne nie je tým, čím sa na prvý pohľad zdá. Prázdne miesto, ktoré po Barrym zostane v miestnom zastupiteľstve, sa zakrátko stane katalyzátorom najväčšej vojny, akú mesto zažilo. Kto bude triumfovať vo voľbách sprevádzaných vášňami, pokrytectvom a nečakanými odhaleniami? Brilantne napísaná kniha, ktorá je autorkiným prvým románom pre dospelých čitateľov, nabáda na zamyslenie a na každej stránke znova a znova prekvapuje.

Keď J.K. Rowlingovú pozvali, aby predniesla prejav absolventom na promócii na Harvardovej univerzite, rozhodla sa porozprávať im o dvoch témach, ktoré sú blízke jej srdcu: o výhodách neúspechu a dôležitosti fantázie. Mať odvahu zlyhať, ako povedala, je pre skvelý život rovnako veľmi dôležité ako akékoľvek iné meradlo úspechu; predstaviť si sám seba na mieste niekoho iného – najmä niekoho menej šťastného, ako sme my – je jedinečná ľudská vlastnosť, ktorú treba za každú cenu podporovať. Príbehy, ktoré Rowlingová mladým absolventom rozprávala, a provokatívne otázky, ktoré im položila, odvtedy inšpirovali mnohých iných, aby pouvažovali o tom, čo znamená žiť „skvelý život“. Svojimi témami neúspechu, ťažkostí, predstavivosti a inšpirácie táto kniha zostáva rovnako závažná ako pred deviatimi rokmi, keď tie slová boli vyslovené prvý raz. Keď sa odvážime riskovať a možno sa stretnúť s neúspechom, a keď ovládneme silu svojej fantázie, môžeme začať žiť menej opatrne a stať sa otvorenejšími príležitostiam, ktoré nám život môže ponúknuť. „Život je ako príbeh – nie je dôležité, aký je dlhý, ale aký je dobrý.“ Seneca

Let the magic of J.K. Rowling's classic Harry Potter series transport you to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. This Ravenclaw House Edition of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix celebrates the noble character of the Hogwarts house famed for its wit, learning and wisdom. Harry's fifth year at Hogwarts is packed with more great Ravenclaw moments and characters, including the inimitable Luna Lovegood, whose Ravenclaw intelligence and insight make her a key member of Dumbledore's Army. Each Ravenclaw House Edition features vibrant sprayed edges and intricate bronze foiling. The Order's iconic phoenix symbol rises from the flames at the very centre of the front cover, framed by stunning iconography of the Hall of Prophecy, twinkling with floating orbs of light. In addition to a bespoke introduction, the book also includes new illustrations by Kate Greenaway Medal winner Levi Pinfold, including a mysterious portrait of Ravenclaw alumna and Divination teacher Sybill Trelawney. All seven books in the series will be issued in these highly collectable, beautifully crafted House Editions, designed to be treasured and read for years to come. A must-have for anyone who has ever imagined sitting under the Sorting Hat in the Great Hall at Hogwarts waiting to hear the words, 'Better be RAVENCLAW!'

When the Chamber of Secrets is opened again at the Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry, second-year student Harry Potter finds himself in danger from a dark power that has once more been released on the school.

When the Chamber of Secrets is opened again at the Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry, second-year student Harry Potter finds himself in danger from a dark power that has once more been released on the school.

Harry Potter nem hitte volna, hogy egyszer ő fogja megvédeni basáskodó unokatestvérét, Dudley-t. Ám amikor fényes nappal dementorok támadnak kettőjükre, ez történik. De számos más vészjósló esemény is mutatja, hogy a varázsvilág békéjét sötét erők fenyegetik. Harry nincs egyedül az ellenük vívott küzdelemben: a Főnix Rendje egy titkos főhadiszálláson szervezi a Sötét Nagyúr elleni harcot, ami minden fronton zajlik. Harry például kénytelen különórákat venni Piton professzortól, hogy ki tudja védeni Voldemort erőszakos behatolásait a tudatába.

This glorious, Sunday Times bestselling collector's edition of J.K. Rowling's classic first story will take you on the magical journey of a lifetime. Galloping gargoyles! 2022 is the silver anniversary of J.K. Rowling's magical classic Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone! In celebration of 25 years of Harry Potter magic, Bloomsbury is proud to be releasing a special commemorative edition of the original story, with a wealth of special features and celebratory bonus content guaranteed to delight brand-new readers and long-time fans alike: - Beautiful hardback edition for the perfect special gift - Original front cover from the very first 1997 edition, illustrated by Thomas Taylor - one of the most iconic book covers of the twentieth century - Available for one year only - get your copy while stocks last! - Original drawings from J.K. Rowling's own archive - Thomas Taylor's charming account of illustrating the cover for the first time, as a young artist - Fully updated story text, with refreshed design, to provide the perfect reading experience Harry Potter lives in the cupboard under the stairs at his uncle and aunt's house at number four, Privet Drive - until the day when a mysterious letter arrives from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, and a giant on a flying motorcycle arrives to change his life with four simple words: 'Harry - yer a wizard.' Since its first publication, Harry Potter and his epic adventures have become a cultural phenomenon, bewitching millions of readers all across the globe. This irresistible anniversary edition will bring back treasured memories for the fans who remember the excitement when Harry's journey first began, as well as introduce a new generation to the unforgettable story of the Boy Who Lived. A bestseller in The Sunday Times charts, June 2022.

Dumbledore lowered his hands and surveyed Harry through his half-moon glasses. 'It is time,' he said, 'for me to tell you what I should have told you five years ago, Harry. Please sit down. I am going to tell you everything.' Harry Potter is due to start his fifth year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizadry. He is desperate to get back to school and find out why his friends Ron and Hermione have been so secretive all summer. However, what Harry is about to discover in his new year at Hogwarts will turn his whole world upside down...But before he even gets to school, Harry has an unexpected and frightening encounter with two Dementors, has to face a court hearing at the Ministry of Magic and has been escorted on a night-time broomstick ride to the secret headquarters of a mysterious group called 'The Order of the Phoenix'. And that is just the start. A gripping and electrifying novel, full of suspense, secrets, and - of course - magic.

Let the magic of J.K. Rowling's classic Harry Potter series take you back to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. This irresistible Slytherin House Edition celebrates the noble character of the Hogwarts house famed for its pride, ambition and cunning. As Harry's story reaches its epic conclusion, his battle to vanquish Lord Voldemort brings unforgettable Slytherin moments and characters - a mysterious silver doe leading Harry to the Sword of Gryffindor; Crabbe conjuring deadly Fiendfyre in the Room of Requirement ... and many more! With vibrant sprayed edges in Slytherin house livery, this edition features beautiful house-themed cover artwork with gorgeous silver foiling. The bespoke introduction offers unique insights into Slytherin house and an exciting feature article celebrates the contribution made by heroic Slytherins to the defeat of the Dark Lord. The book boasts exclusive new illustrations by Kate Greenaway winner Levi Pinfold, including a spectacular image depicting sisters Bellatrix Lestrange and Narcissa Malfoy at the side of Lord Voldemort. These highly collectable, beautifully crafted House Editions are lovingly designed to be treasured and read for years to come. A must-have for anyone who has ever imagined sitting under the Sorting Hat in the Great Hall at Hogwarts waiting to hear the words, 'Better be SLYTHERIN!'

Let the magic of J.K. Rowling's classic Harry Potter series transport you to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. This Ravenclaw House Edition of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix celebrates the noble character of the Hogwarts house famed for its wit, learning and wisdom. Harry's fifth year at Hogwarts is packed with more great Ravenclaw moments and characters, including the inimitable Luna Lovegood, whose Ravenclaw intelligence and insight make her a key member of Dumbledore's Army. Each Ravenclaw House Edition features vibrant sprayed edges and intricate bronze foiling. The Order's iconic phoenix symbol rises from the flames at the very centre of the front cover, framed by stunning iconography of the Hall of Prophecy, twinkling with floating orbs of light. In addition to a bespoke introduction, the book also includes new illustrations by Kate Greenaway Medal winner Levi Pinfold, including a mysterious portrait of Ravenclaw alumna and Divination teacher Sybill Trelawney. All seven books in the series will be issued in these highly collectable, beautifully crafted House Editions, designed to be treasured and read for years to come. A must-have for anyone who has ever imagined sitting under the Sorting Hat in the Great Hall at Hogwarts waiting to hear the words, 'Better be RAVENCLAW!'

Let the magic of J.K. Rowling's classic Harry Potter series transport you to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. This Gryffindor House Edition of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix celebrates the noble character of the Hogwarts house famed for its courage, bravery and determination. Harry's fifth year at Hogwarts is packed with more great Gryffindor moments and characters, including Harry's leadership of Dumbledore's Army - not to mention Ron's unexpected triumph as Gryffindor Keeper! Each Gryffindor House Edition features vibrant sprayed edges and intricate gold foiling. The Order's iconic phoenix symbol rises from the flames at the very centre of the front cover, framed by stunning iconography of The Burrow, home of the Weasley family. In addition to a bespoke introduction, the book also includes new illustrations by Kate Greenaway Medal winner Levi Pinfold, including a spectacular portrait of Sirius Black. All seven books in the series will be issued in these highly collectable, beautifully crafted House Editions, designed to be treasured and read for years to come. A must-have for anyone who has ever imagined sitting under the Sorting Hat in the Great Hall at Hogwarts waiting to hear the words, 'Better be GRYFFINDOR!'

The Casual Vacancy is J. K. Rowling's first novel aimed at an adult readership. Her new novel wil be blackly comic, thought-provoking, and constantly surprising. "When Barry Fairbrother dies unexpectedly in his early forties, the little town of Pagford is left in shock. Pagford is, seemingly, an English idyll, with a cobbled market square and an ancient abbey, but what lies behind the pretty facade is a town at war. Rich at war with poor, teenagers at war with their parents, wives at war with their husbands, teachers at war with their pupils…Pagford is not what it first seems. And the empty seat left by Barry on the parish council soon becomes the catalyst for the biggest war the town has yet seen. Who will triumph in an election fraught with passion, duplicity and unexpected revelations?"