Harry Potter Slytherin House Editions Hardback Box Set

Synopsis

Celebrate all things Slytherin with this glorious collection of beautifully crafted House Editions in hardback. The sumptuously foiled presentation case emblazoned with the Slytherin serpent contains all seven novels from J.K. Rowling's classic series in a spectacular alternating colour scheme, with cover artwork and illustrations by artistic wizard and Kate Greenaway Medal winner Levi Pinfold. Home to the notoriously ambitious, Slytherin house has produced some of the most infamous witches and wizards in history, including Draco Malfoy and Lord Voldemort. The seven lovingly designed covers are individually decorated with enchanting details that capture favourite house themes from each novel. Charming vignettes of the Slytherin serpent in a series of playful poses across the seven book spines complete the decoration scheme. An exclusive artwork print depicting house founder Salazar Slytherin holding his family heirloom, the Slytherin locket, makes for a highly collectable keepsake. The seven books in this collection are accompanied by a magical miscellany of exciting feature articles, quizzes and fascinating fact files packed with trivia about the history and alumni of Slytherin house - ideal to dip into and enjoy time and time again. More than twenty exclusive illustrations capture the magic of Slytherin house and favourite characters - Severus Snape, Draco Malfoy, Bellatrix Lestrange and many more … A must-have collection for Slytherins young and old, this Slytherin House Editions hardback box set is the perfect tribute to the house famed for its pride, ambition and cunning and is sure to be treasured for years to come.

Summary

Chapter 1: The Boy Who Lived

Harry Potter, an orphan boy living with his abusive aunt, uncle, and cousin, discovers on his eleventh birthday that he is a wizard and has been accepted to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Harry learns about his parents' tragic death and his own survival, which made him famous in the wizarding world.

Example: Harry's letter of acceptance to Hogwarts arrives, revealing his true identity as a wizard and his invitation to attend the prestigious school.

Chapter 2: The Vanishing Glass

Harry and his new friends, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, begin their first year at Hogwarts. They encounter Professor Quirrell, the stammering Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, and Severus Snape, the Potions master with a grudge against Harry's father. Harry suspects Snape is trying to steal a magical artifact known as the Sorcerer's Stone.

Example: Harry witnesses Snape questioning Quirrell about the Sorcerer's Stone, fueling his suspicions about Snape's motives.

Chapter 3: The Forest

During a detention in the Forbidden Forest, Harry and his friends encounter Aragog, a giant spider who reveals the truth about Hagrid, the gamekeeper, being falsely accused of opening the Chamber of Secrets. Harry also learns about Tom Riddle, the previous student who opened the Chamber and terrorized Hogwarts.

Example: Aragog's testimony exonerates Hagrid, proving his innocence and revealing the true culprit behind the past horrors at Hogwarts.

Chapter 4: The Potions Master

Harry, Ron, and Hermione investigate Snape's connection to Riddle and discover that Snape was once Riddle's friend and follower. They also learn that Snape has been protecting Harry all along from Voldemort, the Dark Lord who killed his parents.

Example: Harry confronts Snape about his past with Riddle, leading to a tense and revealing conversation that sheds light on Snape's complex motivations.

Chapter 5: The Mirror of Erised

Harry finds a mysterious mirror known as the Mirror of Erised, which shows the deepest desires of those who look into it. Harry sees his parents alive and well, but Dumbledore warns him that the mirror can be dangerous and should not be trusted.

Example: Harry's reflection in the Mirror reveals his longing for his deceased parents, highlighting the emotional impact of their loss on his young mind.