Hogwarts Classics (Harry Potter)

This box set contains two books; Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry: Quidditch Through the Ages & The Tales of Beedle the Bard. I really like The Tales of Beedle the Bard. The stories are short enough that I can read them to the kids before bedtime.

Hogwarts Classics consists of two hardcover books - Quidditch Through the Ages and The Tales of Beedle the Bard. I would have preferred if this set included Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them instead of The Tales of Beedle the Bard since Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is actually listed as one of Harry's school books. However, criticism aside this is a handsome set. Both books include illustrations throughout the book.

Hogwarts Classics consists of two hardcover books - Quidditch Through the Ages and The Tales of Beedle the Bard. I would have preferred if this set included Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them instead of The Tales of Beedle the Bard since Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is actually listed as one of Harry's school books. However, criticism aside this is a handsome set. Both books include illustrations throughout the book.

Came as pictured--love the hard covers! Only downside is "Fantastic Beasts" isn't included, and if you want the green hard cover that apparently came with this set a while ago you have to look on other sites (and pay more, but for the trio to match and be hard cover I was ok with it).

I highly recommend these two volumes as an accompaniment to the famed Harry Potter. The presentation is so classic and beautiful; it could be a graduation gift straight from Dumbledore at Hogwarts.

For newbies to the wizarding world, Quidditch is their version of baseball/soccer, except it's played in the air, on broomsticks. Yes, it sounds fantastical but it's unbelievably real and awesome. If you haven't yet read the first volume of Harry Potter, now is the time. The rest of this review is for those already familiar with Harry Potter.

Unlike Harry and the Cursed Child, these books are actually written by the real JK Rowling, an incredibly gifted writer. She blends reality and fantasy to a new level, with an everpresent blend of humor.

Without spoilers, I will tell you a bit about the content of each book:

The Tales of Beetle the Bard: I don't remember exactly, but this book has definitely been mentioned through the 7 Harry Potter books, specifically in regard to the Deathly Hallows... which is included in here but wait:
This book is a "new" edition, translated by Hermione Granger, and with a commentary written by Albus Dumbledore, discovered after his death. And, for those who are new to this world, JK Rowling sticks in a few definitions and explanations in footnotes, below Dumbledore. I told you these books blend fantasy with reality!
The last tale is the Deathly Hallows... readers of Harry Potter know that there is a HUGE appendum to this story but Rowling left it as Dumbledore would have seen it, though he likely would have known how it would end. Either way, this book is awesome fairy tales, with a wizarding twist. Harry Potter fan or not, you're going to like this.

Quidditch Through The Ages: I thought this would be a boring factual book but nope. There are so many awesome details here, so much wry humor (British or English humor, if I may), and not too many details to bore you. Rowling explores the evolution of the game over the centuries, from the rules, game equipment, players, and tournament world, giving insight into the evolution of the wizarding world vis-a-vis the Muggle world at the same time. Many familiar names, places, and events will come up as you read. Consider this an awesome handbook to help you better understand and feel Harry's world. If you feel a bit idiotic becoming so involved in an alter-world because your family/co-workers/friends think sci-fi is for geeks/***, well then, know you are not alone. Challenge them to start reading... and to end with these Hogwarts Classics. Better bet good money they'll appreciate the investment.

Simply put, ***** for Hogwarts Classics - a 2-set no reader should be without! These will immeasurably up your Harry Potter experience.

I highly recommend these two volumes as an accompaniment to the famed Harry Potter. The presentation is so classic and beautiful; it could be a graduation gift straight from Dumbledore at Hogwarts.

For newbies to the wizarding world, Quidditch is their version of baseball/soccer, except it's played in the air, on broomsticks. Yes, it sounds fantastical but it's unbelievably real and awesome. If you haven't yet read the first volume of Harry Potter, now is the time. The rest of this review is for those already familiar with Harry Potter.

Unlike Harry and the Cursed Child, these books are actually written by the real JK Rowling, an incredibly gifted writer. She blends reality and fantasy to a new level, with an everpresent blend of humor.

Without spoilers, I will tell you a bit about the content of each book:

The Tales of Beetle the Bard: I don't remember exactly, but this book has definitely been mentioned through the 7 Harry Potter books, specifically in regard to the Deathly Hallows... which is included in here but wait:
This book is a "new" edition, translated by Hermione Granger, and with a commentary written by Albus Dumbledore, discovered after his death. And, for those who are new to this world, JK Rowling sticks in a few definitions and explanations in footnotes, below Dumbledore. I told you these books blend fantasy with reality!
The last tale is the Deathly Hallows... readers of Harry Potter know that there is a HUGE appendum to this story but Rowling left it as Dumbledore would have seen it, though he likely would have known how it would end. Either way, this book is awesome fairy tales, with a wizarding twist. Harry Potter fan or not, you're going to like this.

Quidditch Through The Ages: I thought this would be a boring factual book but nope. There are so many awesome details here, so much wry humor (British or English humor, if I may), and not too many details to bore you. Rowling explores the evolution of the game over the centuries, from the rules, game equipment, players, and tournament world, giving insight into the evolution of the wizarding world vis-a-vis the Muggle world at the same time. Many familiar names, places, and events will come up as you read. Consider this an awesome handbook to help you better understand and feel Harry's world. If you feel a bit idiotic becoming so involved in an alter-world because your family/co-workers/friends think sci-fi is for geeks/***, well then, know you are not alone. Challenge them to start reading... and to end with these Hogwarts Classics. Better bet good money they'll appreciate the investment.

Simply put, ***** for Hogwarts Classics - a 2-set no reader should be without! These will immeasurably up your Harry Potter experience.

These two books are beautifully bound and such a fun little read! I loved reading all about the history of Quidditch and the Fairy tales and comments in Beadle the Bard answer several little questions I had as a huge Harry Potter fan. Definitely well worth the price.

Comes with two books, Quidditch Through the Ages and The Tales of Beedle the Bard. I love this book set. I have already read them. They compliment the Harry Potter books and it is perfect for Harry Potter lovers

re read the series cause i know what happens to Voldemort; this book, like Lord of the Rings or the Starwars Triiology reminds us that out of the fight against darkness and evil LOVE always triumphs, and though we may lose our innocence in the fight, as does Harry and his friends, and Frodo and his friends, we must always stand up to the destructive forces of darkness and cruelty; Kudos to J.K. Rowling for a series that weaves the light and the good with the dark and the destructive; a true parable for these fraught times on Planet E.Great writing, and I do adore the magic!

This was a gift for my daughter. When it arrived today, her message was Awesome! Thank you! So yes, she was very happy. Our only sad part was that the packaging could have been better, because the slip cover for holding the two books had a bad dent on one corner. It was deep enough to dent the spine corner on one of the books. Disappointing but I don't guess that there's anything I can do.

If I went to Hogwarts, this probably would have been a "required" reading for a class or two. comes in a nice 'shelf'.
The books are inside the shelf and the entire package comes shrink wrapped which is just and added bonus. Might have to order another just to 'keep on ice'

I mainly bought this set to get Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. It used to be available alone, but now I can't find it anywhere! (For a reasonable price, anyway.) I even preordered this! I don't know if I didn't read the description close enough, or if it changed after I ordered, but to my disappointment, the set only contains Quidditch through the Ages and Tales of Beedle the Bard (which I already owned). Not happy at all, might return it.

I mainly bought this set to get Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. It used to be available alone, but now I can't find it anywhere! (For a reasonable price, anyway.) I even preordered this! I don't know if I didn't read the description close enough, or if it changed after I ordered, but to my disappointment, the set only contains Quidditch through the Ages and Tales of Beedle the Bard (which I already owned). Not happy at all, might return it.

When I initially ordered this it was with the expectation to have all 3 books. It was in the description that all 3 books were included. I just received my shipment notification and now I learn there will only be two books. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find them will not be included. To say I am upset it an understatement. I bought these to read on my flight overseas next week. Now I will be one short!