Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them by JK Rowling

Description

“Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” is a book written by J.K. Rowling, originally published in 2001. It is a companion book to the Harry Potter series and is presented as a textbook used by Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

In the Harry Potter universe, “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” is a guidebook written by Newt Scamander, a renowned Magizoologist. It catalogs a wide range of magical creatures, providing descriptions, classifications, and notes on their behavior, habitats, and abilities. The book is meant to educate wizards and witches about the various magical creatures they may encounter.

J.K. Rowling released a real-world edition of “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” for charity, with proceeds going to the organization Comic Relief. The book features annotations and additional content from Harry Potter and other characters, adding a humorous and informative touch. It also includes hand-drawn illustrations by the author herself.

In addition to the book, “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” has been adapted into a film series set in the same wizarding world. The movies follow the adventures of Newt Scamander, played by Eddie Redmayne, as he travels around the world collecting and studying magical creatures. The film series expands the narrative beyond the scope of the book, introducing new characters and storylines.