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Harry Potter Series

A Series of Seven Fantasy Novels
Book • 1997
The Harry Potter series chronicles the adventures of Harry Potter, a young wizard who discovers his magical heritage on his eleventh birthday.

Along with his friends Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, Harry navigates the magical world, attends Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, and confronts the dark wizard Lord Voldemort.

The series spans seven years, each book set over the course of one school year, culminating in a final battle against Voldemort in the seventh book.

The series explores themes of friendship, courage, and the struggle between good and evil, set against a richly detailed magical backdrop.

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