I spent a long time deciding which version of the paperback books to buy (the adult or children editions). Although the front cover art-work on the adult editions is more attractive (to me, as an adult), the print is terrible in comparison (tiny, blocky font on cheaper/rougher paper), and sadly makes the books feel very cheap. I went for the children's edition, and have not regretted it! The books in this edition are set on good quality paper, with a easy-on-the-eye font, and come in a sturdy flip-top cardboard case. Look no further!
Having enjoyed quite a lot of audiobooks over the years, I have yet to enjoy a narrative even remotely as good as this one. I find it so good, in fact, that I have replayed the whole box several times. And even at this point, I still occasionally treat myself to one of the books. Though I am a great fan of the Harry Potter books, it is no longer for the story itself, but rather for the enjoyment of Stephen Frys unparalleled narrative. Of all the audiobooks I've ever listened to these are by far the best narrated. First rate producing makes the narrative so consistent, that I have noticed no slips at all throughout the 103 cd's. And Stephen Frys performance and sheer presence makes you keen for more every time a cd ends. As with any story or joke, good or bad, it's all in the delivery. And Stephen Fry does such a great job, that I suspect his narrative could make even an EU directive on road sign harmonization sound interesting.
Considering the unsurpassed overall quality of this box set, and the sheer number of hours of entertainment it holds, I consider it extremely good value indeed.
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I am thoroughly enjoying listening to this version of the Harry Potter series. I live in the US so there are a few words that take me a second to figure out what they are talking about. Revision instead of Studying was the first one to get me. To me revision is when you change something. This is a wonderful gift to give someone who loves the Harry Potter book series. I am always looking for new ways to re-read them. Also, Stephen Fry does an amazing job. I love his voice and the voices he takes on. Brilliant!
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While I love the UK versions, I just bought a boxed set of hardcover adult version. The quality is not there for the price. These are not as good as the original. One book has some ink splotches and three of the books have loose binding and the first time I read them the pages will no doubt come loose. I knew this was just a boxed set and not a collector set but for the price you expect the binding to be intact and no ink splotches in them. I will keep it but the quality isn't there for the price charged. They have cheapened them. If you order them, make sure you inspect all the books upon arrival as you have a short time to return them.
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A beautiful boxed set containing all seven Harry Potter novels in paperback. These new editions of the classic and internationally bestselling, multi-award-winning series feature instantly pick-up-able new jackets by Jonny Duddle, with huge child appeal, to bring Harry Potter to the next generation of readers. It's time to PASS THE MAGIC ON
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