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The cover of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Since the publication of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in 1997, many publishers have created new editions of each book with new cover art provided by various illustrators. Bloomsbury is the British publication that has created both adult and children's covers. The adult edition usually depicts an object or place that plays a key part in the plot while the children's one features a major event in the book. Bloomsbury have commissioned many illustrators to design the cover. Artists commissioned by Bloomsbury to create full set of covers include Clare Melinsky, Andrew Davidson and Jonny Duddle. The original covers by American publisher Scholastic usually depict an amalgam of objects and people from the book against a common backdrop. The art on all original American editions were created by Mary GrandPré. Since then, Scholastic has commissioned Kazu Kibuishi and Brian Selznick to create new cover art for anniversary editions of all of the titles. The cover art created by either Bloomsbury or Scholastic are re-used on many, but not all, international editions of the books. Editions in EnglishBritishBack covers of the original children's edition
The cover of the children's edition, drawn by Thomas Taylor, depicts Harry Potter staring at the Hogwarts Express at Platform 9 3/4. The original Bloomsbury back cover includes a rather bizarre-looking figure (whose face also adorns the spine) who was created by the illustrator. After a few editions, the back cover was changed with a new image, this time clearly identifiable as Dumbledore, even holding a Put-Outer. Children's Edition The figure on the back of the first Bloomsbury Children's Edition. Revised back of Children's Edition. Celebratory Edition Special Edition Gift Edition Harry Potter and the Chamber of SecretsThe cover of the children's edition, by Cliff Wright, has Harry and Ron Weasley inside the Flying Ford Anglia. The Hogwarts Express runs below them. The back cover depicts Hogwarts. A cutout of the cover image of Hedwig in her cage adorns the spine. Children's Edition Celebratory Edition Special Edition Gift Edition Harry Potter and the Prisoner of AzkabanThe cover of the children's edition, by Cliff Wright, depicts Harry and Hermione Granger riding Buckbeak. A lupine creature (either Sirius Black's Animagus or Remus Lupin in werewolf form) adorns the back cover and spine. Children's Edition Celebratory Edition Special Edition Gift Edition Harry Potter and the Goblet of FireThe cover of the children's edition, by Giles Greenfield, depicts the First Task of the Triwizard Championship, with Harry on his Firebolt being chased by a Hungarian Horntail. The back cover is an image of a Hogwarts staircase, with a ghost atop of it. A cutout of an owl statue in the back is on the spine.
Children's Edition Celebratory Edition Special Edition Gift Edition Harry Potter and the Order of the PhoenixThe cover of the children's edition, by Jason Cockcroft, features a phoenix rising from flames.The battle in the Atrium of the Ministry of Magic appears on the back cover, with the symbol-filled ceiling and the gold statues of the Fountain of Magical Brethren. A golden feather decorates the spine. Children's Edition Celebratory Edition Special Edition Gift Edition Harry Potter and the Half-Blood PrinceThe cover of the children's edition, by Jason Cockcroft, depicts Albus Dumbledore and Harry inside the Cave, surrounded by a ring of fire created by the former. The back cover is the Cave, with the lake and the basin filled with potion. The spine has Marvolo Gaunt's Ring. Both flaps feature Severus Snape and Narcissa Malfoy's hands making the Unbreakable Vow. Children's Edition Celebratory Edition Special Edition Gift Edition Harry Potter and the Deathly HallowsThe cover of the children's edition, by Jason Cockcroft, depicts Harry, Ron and Hermione breaking into the Lestrange Vault in Gringotts. A sword-wielding Griphook stands behind Harry.The back cover features Hogwarts, the front flap has Harry's deer Patronus, the back flap has Nagini inside a crystal ball, and the spine, the Deathly Hallows symbol. Children's Edition Celebratory Edition Special Edition Gift Edition Boxed SetsHarry Potter: The magical adventure begins... Paperback Boxed Set (Books 1-3) Bloomsbury Children's Edition Paperback Boxed Set (Books 1-7) Bloomsbury Children's Edition Hardback Boxed Set (Books 1-7)
Bloomsbury Special Edition Hardback Boxed Set (Books 1-7) First complete adult editionSee also: Bloomsbury Publishing#Harry Potter in BloomsburyFirst complete adult edition hardback boxed set (Books 1-7)
First complete adult edition paperback boxed det (Books 1-7) Signature EditionIn March 2010, Bloomsbury unveiled new cover artwork by Clare Melinsky for its Signature Edition.[1] Melinsky's covers were published in paperback,[2] Audio CD,[3] and later in 2011, hardback.[4] 2011 Signature Edition Hardback Boxed Set (Books 1-7)
Paperback Boxed Set (Books 1-7) 2013 adult redesigns2015 Adult Edition Hardback Boxed Set (Books 1-7) In 2013, Bloomsbury had woodcut artist Andrew Davidson create new cover art for the paperback adult edition.[5] The same art was used for the adult hardbacks published in 2015, but in black and white, with only the book titles being in colour.[6] On
6 September, 2018, the adult paperbacks with this set of cover art were renewed, but like the 2015 hardback edition, without colour.[7] 2013 Paperback Adult Edition 2013 Paperback Adult Edition 2013 Paperback Adult Edition 2013 Paperback Adult Edition 2013 Paperback Adult Edition 2013 Paperback Adult Edition 2013 Paperback Adult Edition 2013 Adult Edition Paperback Boxed Set (Books 1-7) 2014 children's redesignsIn 2014, Bloomsbury commissioned Jonny Duddle to create new cover artwork for its children's edition; the cover art was used on the paperback, and hardcover editions. Harry Potter is on every cover. 2014 Children's Edition Hardback Boxed Set (Books 1-7)
Paperback Boxed Set (Books 1-7) Back cover artHogwarts House EditionIn February 2017, in celebrating 20 years of Harry Potter, Bloomsbury released four new special covers each in both paperback and hardback; created by Levi Pinfold, the covers represent each of the Hogwarts Houses.[8] The following are the hardback sets.
AmericanUnlike the initial UK children's edition that went through various cover artists, the American books stuck with one artist per significant edition, with Mary GrandPré being the main artist since the launch of the Sorcerer's Stone, until the publications of the 15th and 20th anniversary editions with new cover arts respectively by Kazu Kibuishi and Brian Selznick, though both editions have the same interior art by GrandPré. Covers by Mary GrandPréThe original setHarry Potter and the Sorcerer's StoneThe cover shows a Nimbus-riding Harry (in Muggle attire or Hogwarts arches) is about to catch the Golden Snitch, with other Quidditch players in the far distant background. Hogwarts castle appears behind Harry and the arched columns through which he is flying, the bottom of the entire cover shows a soft, red and blue tile floor, which is connected to the columns. The soft floor features a transparent fabric so we can able to see the bottom of the columns, and Fluffy's three vicious heads are visible in an opening in the castle wall. In the distance, the forest's pointed pine trees mirror the pointed towers of the castle, while a unicorn gallops by. The back cover shows a letter-carried owl, Albus Dumbledore, a Bludger, and a key, which is dropped by an owl. The back flap shows an orange curtain with white stars is blown by the owl. The front flap has a mysterious candle-holding figure with no shoes or boots is coming from behind a light-green curtain with light-blue swirls and dots. Harry Potter and the Chamber of SecretsThe cover shows Fawkes flying Harry, Ron, and Ginny
Weasley to safety after the defeat of Riddle in the Chamber of Secrets. Mrs Norris is in the back cover, and the front flap has the Basilisk's lurking eye. The title
(besides "Harry Potter") is written in blood on the walls like Ginny's messages while possessed. The cover shows Harry and Hermione riding Buckbeak. It could be said that all four Marauders appear - Sirius Black is probably the silhouette toward the bottom of the front cover, Peter Pettigrew's rat form is in the front flop, Remus Lupin in Werewolf form runs in the back cover, and Harry's stag Patronus (which resembles James Potter's Animagus) is in the back flap. On the back, we see four Dementors prowling around the castle and the Whomping Willow in the distance. Crookshanks is waiting under the tree. On the back flap apppears a small house with smoke rising from its chimney—probably Hagrid's hut. Harry Potter and the Goblet of FireThe entire art depicts the Third Task's maze, along with the Horntail (whose head and wings are on the back cover). The front cover features all Triwizard Champions - Harry Potter holding the Golden egg, Fleur Delacour, Viktor Krum, and Cedric Diggory. An acromantula (partly obscured by Fleur's hair ribbon), Sirius' dog form, distant stands full of spectators projecting above the maze and what looks like a Dementor are also visible. In the back cover, a pair of red eyes, the Beauxbatons carriage and a hand holding the Goblet of Fire are visible. Harry Potter and the Order of the PhoenixThe picture depicts Harry in the circular room at the entrance to the
Department of Mysteries. The back cover has Lupin, Tonks, and Moody opening one of the doors. The picture has Harry and Dumbledore in front of the potion-filled basin on the Cave. Ron, Hermione, Ginny and other
DA members are in the back cover, with the Dark Mark in the sky. The cover depicts the Duel in the Great Hall, with Voldemort in the back flap and cover and Harry in the front cover. Harry Potter Books 1-4 Boxed Set (Hardcover) Harry Potter Books 1-4 Boxed Set (Paperback) Harry Potter Books 1-5 Boxed Set (Hardcover) Harry Potter Books 1-5 Boxed Set (Paperback) Harry Potter Books 1-6 Boxed Set (Hardcover) Harry Potter Books 1-6 Boxed Set (Paperback) Harry Potter Books 1-7 Boxed Set (Hardcover) Harry Potter Books 1-7 Boxed Set (Paperback) Miscellaneous
The Leather-bound Collector's Editions used parts of the same art as the original editions. The alternate paperback editions has Snape running into the woods for Sorcerer's Stone and the Chamber of Secrets for Chamber of Secrets. Leather-bound Collector's Edition Leather-bound Collector's Edition Alternate paperback edition Alternate paperback edition Deluxe slipcase editionAs of 2018, only the last three books had been published in the deluxe slipcase format.
Deluxe Edition Deluxe full cover Deluxe Edition Deluxe full cover Deluxe Edition Deluxe full cover 15th Anniversary EditionIn 2013, Scholastic commissioned Kazu Kibuishi to create new cover artwork for 15th anniversary editions of all of the titles. Back of the boxed set
20th Anniversary EditionIn 2018, Scholastic commissioned Brian Selznick to create new cover artwork for 20th anniversary editions of all of the titles.[1] Editions with universal coversIllustrated Edition (2015–present)Jim Kay was selected to present the Harry Potter books in a new format, the Illustrated Edition, which he illustrated for both the interior and cover art. For Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Neil Packer was brought in as a guest collaborator to help complete the title.
US Illustrated Edition US Illustrated Edition US Illustrated Edition US Illustrated Edition US Illustrated Edition The above American edition represents all Illustrated Editions; to compare text placement and minor design differences between editions from different languages, see respective section on Illustrated Edition in individual book articles: Philosopher's Stone, Chamber of Secrets, Prisoner of Azkaban, Goblet of Fire, and Order of the Phoenix. Pottermore digital edition2015 versionsOn 11 December, 2015, Pottermore revealed new cover art by Olly Moss for eBooks.[2] This set of art is used on editions in languages available to be purchased on Pottermore, including Arabic, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English (both British and American), Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Polish, European Portuguese, Spanish, and Swedish. On 23 November, 2017, Olly Moss was given permission to share what he initially submitted for this commission,[3][4] being a total of five proposals, with the "Optical Illusions" pitch being selected. "Hogwarts", one out of the remaining four ideas, was later used for the 2016 German Exclusive Audio Book edition. The above British edition represents editions in all languages with this set of cover art. Notes and references
2022 digital editionsOn 31 May, 2022, Wizarding World revealed new cover art by Studio La Plage for eBooks and audiobooks.[1] This set of art is available by Pottermore Publishing. The above British edition represents editions in all languages with this set of cover art. Notes and references
Editions in other languagesAzerbaijaniThe Azerbaijani editions are published by Qanun nəşriyyatı.[1] BosnianThe Bosnian editions, published by Buybook, have cover art created by Aleksandra Nina Knežević.[2][3][4] BulgarianThe Bulgarian editions, published by Egmont Bulgaria, originally used Mary GrandPré's art work and later updated to using Jonny Duddle's version.[5] 2019 20th anniversary editionIn 2019, to celebrate the series being translated and published in Bulgaria for approaching twenty years, Egmont Bulgaria released an anniversary edition (Bulgarian: юбилейно издание) in hardback that, for the first time, featured brand new exclusive cover art, illustrated by Lyuben Zidarov,[6] though the new looks had received some negative response.[7][8] Back cover elements
ChineseSimplified ChineseThe simplified Chinese editions were published by People's Literature Publishing House, originally using Mary GrandPré's art work, later updating to using Kazu Kibuishi's version, and with the version by Olly Moss available as ebooks. 2008 Collector's EditionIn 2008, to celebrate the series being translated and published in China for eight years, People's Literature Publishing House held a competition searching for brand new designs for the Collector's Edition (Chinese: 珍藏版).[1][2] The publisher also took this opportunity to correct previous translation errors for Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban and Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.[3] Artists and designers 李里,[4] 王翔, and 于国志 were selected to collaborate on the cover art and design.[5] Traditional ChineseThe traditional Chinese editions were published by Crown Publishing, using Mary GrandPré's art work. The books were published in Taiwan, but also distributed to Hong Kong. 20th Anniversary EditionIn 2020, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the traditional Chinese Harry Potter publication, the publisher announced that the series would also be getting brand-new exclusive cover art, the same as other countries celebrating 20 Years of Magic. Fans appeared to be excited when an editor of the company first teased about the news,[6] however, when the official announcement was made,[7] with more details revealed,[8] opinions of discontentment were vocal to a point that the publisher had issued an official statement about how J. K. Rowling herself approved the cover art,[9] as well as making minor adjustments to appease the fans.[10] This set of cover art is pencilled by Loiza and coloured by Krenz, who also worked on the entire illustration used for the book spines of the seven books.[11] Both illustrators had attempted to explain their working process and restrictions, due to the ongoing negative comments that questioned their integrity.[12][13] audiobooksNotes and referencesDanishThe Danish translations of the books, published by Gyldendal, used various sets of cover designs. The original design had inset illustrations by Per Jørgensen. A second design used the same illustrations as the full cover, along with the familiar Harry Potter logo. A third design, to date used only on the first four volumes, has banners of a single colour across the top half of the cover and symbolic art on the lower half. In 2015, hardbacks were updated to using Jonny Duddle's version.[1] Harry Potter and the Philosopher's StoneOriginal cover design of Harry Potter og De Vises Sten Second cover Third cover First cover of Harry Potter og Hemmelighedernes Kammer Second cover Third cover Harry Potter and the Prisoner of AzkabanOriginal cover design of Harry Potter og Fangen fra Azkaban Second cover Third cover Harry Potter and the Goblet of FireFirst cover of Harry Potter og Flammernes Pokal Second cover Third cover Harry Potter and the Order of the PhoenixFirst cover of Harry Potter og Fønixordenen Second cover Another version Harry Potter and the Half-Blood PrinceFirst cover of Harry Potter og Halvblodsprinsen Second cover Harry Potter and the Deathly HallowsFirst cover of Harry Potter og Dødsregalierne Second cover 2012 paperbackIn 2012, Gyldendal released a new set of paperbacks with brand new art work.[1] These editions also have black textblocks. DutchThe Dutch translations of the books are published jointly by Uitgeverij De Harmonie in the Netherlands, and Standaard Uitgeverij in Belgium. The cover art was created by Ien van Laanen and the covers were designed by Anne Lammers. 2010 Pocket & 2018 Anniversary EditionsIn 2010, Dutch pocket editions were created to boost sales in the Netherlands by Uitgeverij De Harmonie. Erik Kriek created new cover designs for the books.[2] In 2018, to celebrate 20 years of magic in the Netherlands, Uitgeverij De Harmonie released an exclusive and limited hardcover Anniversary boxset (Jubileum boxset) using the same cover art as the 2010 pocket edition.[3] The endpapers of those hardbacks use the same art of the respective front and back covers of the books, but in colours matching the colour used for the Harry Potter logo on each respective covers.[4] Notes and references
FinnishThe Finnish translations of the books, published by Tammi, have cover art created by Mika Launis. FrenchThe French translations of the books, published by Éditions Gallimard, have cover art created by Jean-Claude Götting.[1][2] Götting initially painted front covers only for the first three volumes, and full (front and back) cover art for later volumes; the publishers later commissioned him to repaint the first three covers in full. The covers for most books have Harry and friends in Hogwarts uniform - exceptions being Goblet of Fire, where he wears his Triwizard Tournament robes, and Deathly Hallows, where he wears a simple jacket. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's StoneOriginal Folio Junior Edition cover for Harry Potter à l'école des sorciers Original regular edition full cover art Deluxe Edition Harry Potter and the Chamber of SecretsOriginal Folio Junior Edition cover for Harry Potter et la Chambre des secrets Original regular edition full cover art Deluxe Edition Harry Potter and the Prisoner of AzkabanOriginal Folio Junior Edition cover for Harry Potter et le Prisonnier d'Azkaban Original regular edition full cover art Deluxe Edition Harry Potter and the Goblet of FireFront cover for Harry Potter et la Coupe de feu full cover art Deluxe Edition Harry Potter and the Order of the PhoenixFront cover for Harry Potter et l'Ordre du phénix full cover art Deluxe Edition Harry Potter and the Half-Blood PrinceFront cover for Harry Potter et le Prince de sang-mêlé full cover art Deluxe Edition Harry Potter and the Deathly HallowsFront cover for Harry Potter et les Reliques de la Mort full cover art Deluxe Edition 2011 Folio Junior EditionThe first two Folio Junior Editions, editions specifically for children's literature in pocket format, used the same illustrations by Jean-Claude Götting. In 2011, new cover arts created by Gray318[3] are used for the third Folio Junior Edition (the second for the French Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows). Notes and references
GermanThe German translations of the books, published by Carlsen Verlag, have cover art created by Sabine Wilharm for the classic Children's Edition.[1] Adult EditionBesides the classic editions, Carlsen Verlag also published an Adult Edition (German: Ausgabe für Erwachsene) in hardcover format throughout 2000 to 2007. 2013 Anniversary Pocket EditionThe regular German paperbacks used the same cover arts by Sabine Wilharm; however, in 2013, Carlsen Verlag published a special pocket edition, the anniversary edition (German: Jubiläumsausgabe), with brand new cover arts.[2] All Horcruxes are featured on the book spines, respectively Harry Potter's scars, T. M. Riddle's Diary, Marvolo Gaunt's Ring, Slytherin's Locket, Nagini, Ravenclaw's Diadem, and Hufflepuff's Cup from book one to seven. Spells appear on the textblocks. 2016 Pottermore Exclusive Audio BookPottermore commissioned Olly Moss to create new cover arts exclusively for the German audio books, of which the content remained the same, performed by Rufus Beck. The covers were revealed on Pottermore on 18 October, 2016,[3] the art of which also has alternative version with the English book titles sold as prints.[4] This set of previously exclusive covers for the German edition was however later also used for the Spanish new release, read by Puerto Rican actor Carlos Ponce,[5] published during 2019.[6] The above German edition represents all Audio format with Olly Moss' illustration. 2018 20 Years of Magic editionUpon celebrating the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter, in June 2018, Carlsen Verlag announced a new set of hardback editions to be published in September 2018, with covers illustrated by Iacopo Bruno, alongside a brand new Harry Potter logo.[7] Audio editions are sold in a box set of 14 mp3-CDs, using the same art, again performed by Rufus Beck.[8] CoversBack cover elements
Indonesian2017 celebration paperbackThe Indonesian translations of the books, published by Gramedia Pustaka Utama, used to use Mary GrandPré's art work. Upon celebrating Harry Potter's 20th anniversary, brand new sets of cover art created by Nicholas Filbert were commissioned.[1] A foldable box was included upon the purchased of the seventh book, with the back of the box using the same image used on the book spines when putting them side-by-side: Harry on a broom grabbing the Golden Snitch, with various creatures soaring alongside him and the Flying Ford Anglia.[2] ItalianThe Italian translations of the books, published by Adriano Salani Editore, have cover art created by Serena Riglietti. 2021 redesignsSince Riglietti's original cover art, Salani has used illustrations from Clare Melinsky, Jonny Duddle, Kazu Kibuishi, Brian Selznick, and Ien van Laanen for subsequent Italian editions throughout the years,[3] until brand new exclusive cover art by Michele De Lucchi and AMDL CIRCLE were introduced in 2021.[4] Notes and references
JapaneseThe Japanese translations of the books, published by Say-zan-sha, are in several formats, splitting into different total number of books. Sans the Illustrated Edition and House Edition, two hardback sets have been published, with books four to seven splitting into two volumes per book, making the total number of volumes in the series eleven instead of seven. Both sets include original chapter art. The original hardback edition was published between 1 December 1999[1] and 23 July 2008,[2] with Dan Schlesinger as the interior and cover artist. This edition, as of 2021, is still in print. On 10 July 2019, in celebration of 20 Years of Magic in Japan, Say-zan-sha announced new editions to be published on 1 December 2019, with Miho Satake as the interior and cover artist.[3] The book size changed from the original hardbacks' A5 to shi-rokuban,[4] a slightly smaller format.[5][6] This edition, referred to as shinsouban (Japanese: 新装版), is then completed on 18 June 2020.[7] Hardback editions
Paperback editionsThe three types of paperback editions was released in Japan. Keitaiban (Japanese: 携帯版) with a broom on the cover was published between 2003 and 2010, however, the edition is now out of print[8]. Harry Potter Bunko (Japanese: ハリー・ポッター文庫), which is for adults[5], was published since 2012. Say-zan-sha Pegasus Bunko (Japanese: 静山社ペガサス文庫) label, which is for kids[5], have been published since 2014, with covers illustrated by Dan Schlesinger. On March 15 2022, Shinsouban Harry Potter Bunko was published. The edition has new cover art created by Otonai Chiaki[9], will complete on October 2022. Notes and references
LithuanianThe Lithuanian translations of the books, published by Alma Littera, used to use Mary GrandPré's art work. Upon celebrating Harry Potter's 20th anniversary, brand new sets of cover art created by Jekaterina Budrytė were commissioned.[1] PortugueseThe European Portuguese translations of the books are published by Editorial Presença, while Brazilian Portuguese translations are published by Editora Rocco. The European Portuguese publications have three different editions using sets of cover arts by Mary GrandPré, Bloomsbury Publishing's first complete adult edition, then Kazu Kibuishi. The regular Brazilian Portuguese editions used Mary GrandPré's art work. Early European Portuguese editionsPrior to switching to using Mary GrandPré's art work, the first European Portuguese editions of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets featured unique cover art by Teresa Cruz Pinho. 2012 Brazilian Collector's EditionWhile the regular Brazilian editions used Mary GrandPré's art work, in 2012, Editora Rocco released a Collector's Edition (edição de colecionador) in hardback, with brand new covers designed by Mario Alberto.[2] Russian2008 Black Deluxe EditionThe Russian translations of the books were originally published by Rosman Publishing prior to 2013. During its thirteen years of publication run, most editions used the American cover art by Mary GrandPré; however, in 2008, a hardcover Black Deluxe Edition (Черное подарочное издание) was released, using brand new cover arts illustrated by Andrew Ferez.[3] Much like Bloomsbury's original adult edition, the covers of the Russian Black Deluxe Edition depict a particular object or figure that played significant roles in the book. Notes and references
SlovakThe Slovak editions were published by IKAR, originally using Mary GrandPré's art work, later updating to using Jonny Duddle's version. Upon celebrating Harry Potter's 20th anniversary, brand new sets of cover art created by Adrián Macho were commissioned, and were only sold in a box set.[1][2] Image used for the box set Back cover elements
SpanishThe Spanish translations of the books are published by Salamandra. The original cover art was created by Dolores Avendaño.[1] 15th Anniversary EditionTiago da Silva was commissioned to create new cover art for 15th anniversary for the Spanish publications.[2] This new set of covers was rolled out in late 2014. SwedishThe Swedish translations of the books, published by Tiden, have cover art created by Alvaro Tapia.[1] ThaiThe Thai translated 20th anniversary edition of the books, published by Nanmeebooks, have cover art created by Apolar (Arut "Arch" Angchuan). UkrainianThe Ukrainian translations of the books, published by Ababahalamaha, have cover art created by Vladyslav Yerko.[1] Hogwarts Library companion booksFantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them and Quidditch Through the AgesThe cover of the original edition of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them was designed to look like Harry Potter's copy of the book, with a sticker featuring his signature, and claw gashes over the cover material. The cover of the original edition of Quidditch Through the Ages was designed to look like a Hogwarts Librarybook, complete with seal. Both are illustrated by Richard Horne.[3] In 2009, both books received redesigned covers, with Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them having a painting of Hogwarts' coat of arms with the animals escaping the frame, and Quidditch Through the Ages having a Golden Snitch in a blue background. The Tales of Beedle the BardThe UK cover depicts a tree stump (from the story Babbitty Rabbitty and her Cackling Stump) and a skull (The Tale of the Three Brothers). The US cover has objects from each story: a tree stump, a hopping pot, a fountain (with the three witches and the knight climbing the hill toward it), a heart and three hands holding the Deathly Hallows. Most international covers follow the UK cover - though the German cover has a wizard, the hopping pot, Babbitty Rabbity holding her wand and a skull, while the Spanish cover has Death, the hopping pot, the fountain, the heart, and Babbitty Rabbitty biting her wand alongside the stump, and the Japanese one just illustrates Babbitty Rabbitty. UK cover US cover Moonstone Edition Box Moonstone Edition German edition Spanish edition Japanese edition Notes and references
Who is on the back cover of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?On the back cover you have the artwork of the wizard, which was used all the way through for the next two years. The artist never actually knew or read the book, so he just drew a picture of a wizard. In 1999 this was changed to Professor Dumbledore.
Why did they change Philosophers Stone to Sorcerer's Stone?"So," you might be thinking, "why did they change it to Sorcerer's Stone for us Americans?" Warner Bros. It was changed by the American publisher, Scholastic, because it thought American children wouldn't want to read a book with "philosopher" in the title.
Who is on the cover of Order of the Phoenix?Order of the Phoenix: Dolores Umbridge. Half-Blood Prince: Harry Potter on a broomstick. Deathly Hallows: Hermione Granger and Ronald Weasley.
Who did the cover art for the Harry Potter books?Mary GrandPré (born February 13, 1954) is an American illustrator best known for her cover and chapter illustrations of the Harry Potter books in their U.S. editions published by Scholastic.
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