Is it better to read or watch Harry Potter?

To fully appreciate the friendship Harry, Ron and Hermione have you need to read the books. The movies are great, but to really get the most our of your Harry Potter experience you have to read the books. Always read the book before the movie.
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Is Harry Potter worth watching or reading?

The Books are totally worth it. With movies you would just admire the Wizarding World but if you want to dive into it , just read the books . J.K Rowling is such a great writer. reading Harry Potter books is an experience like no other.
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Is reading Harry Potter good for you?

There's some scientific literature that suggests that the books about The Boy Who Lived can actually improve your life. Between the act of reading and the “Harry Potter” story itself, research shows there are some psychological health benefits to diving into the magical world of Hogwarts.
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Which are better the Harry Potter books or movies Why?

Because the plain truth is… the books are better. People who only watch the movies are missing so much of the experience that is this wonderful series. Screenwriters, directors, and editors have to change a lot to take a story from the page to the screen, and plenty gets lost in translation.
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Does reading Harry Potter make you smarter?

2. Read anything. The benefits of reading are the same whether you are enjoying Game of Thrones, Harry Potter or the latest issue of the Wall Street Journal. Reading reduces stress, which makes you feel better about yourself, and increases all three types of intelligence — crystallised, fluid and emotional.
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What age is appropriate for Harry Potter books?

The Harry Potter Series: Ages and Stages

The first three Harry Potter books are great to read aloud to kids aged from about six or seven up. Certainly most children - both boys and girls - will love them from the age of eight.
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Is Harry Potter good for adults?

Though it was written for children, the characters and the plot have a dark tone to them and are equally thrilling for adult readers. Once the book became popular among adults as well as children, it was decided by the publishers and the author to publish books with two different covers.
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What is J.K. Rowling's favorite Harry Potter book?

J.K. Rowling's favorite 'Harry Potter' book is 'Prisoner of Azkaban'
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Which Harry Potter movie is closest to the books?

1 Philosopher's Stone

Pretty much every character is written to be near-identical to the books – and pretty much every scene makes the script. The only big omissions are Harry and Malfoy's first meeting in Diagon Alley, their failed midnight duel, and some of the obstacles to the Philosopher's Stone.
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Which is the longest Harry Potter book?

The fifth novel, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, is the longest book in the series, yet it is the second shortest film at 2 hours 18 minutes.
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Are you too old to read Harry Potter?

You're Never Too Old For A Little Magic. There's a reason this series is so popular. It's never too late to read it, if only so that you know why everyone's so crazy about a story about wizards and toads and cauldrons and spells. So let a little magic into your life — it's never too late for that.
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Should I let my kid read Harry Potter?

I know some ambitious parents are eager to make seven-year-olds read Harry Potter but I feel that it's important for a kid to grasp all the nuances to fully appreciate a book. The later titles in the series definitely come into the young adult category, so I would say 10 plus for those.”
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Why do people love reading Harry Potter?

The fantastical, magical world of coming-of-age, adventure, and suspense ignites and improves a child's imagination. Harry Potter teaches essential life lessons (that are sometimes easier to learn in a fantasy book than in a realistic one). These lessons include: – Friends stick together no matter what.
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Should I buy Harry Potter books after watching the movies?

If you've watched only the movies, then just know one thing, you actually are missing out on 90% of the reasons to love harry potter! After watching the movies, you'll get to know what has happened throughout the story. If you read the books, you'll understand what the wizarding world really is.
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Will J.K. Rowling write more Harry Potter?

Rowling has said she is not planning to write any more Harry Potter books. However, there have been reports that Harry Potter could make a comeback on the small screen. This comes after reports that HBO Max is considering developing a live-action television series based in the magical world.
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Which Harry Potter movie is least true to the book?

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is, by far, the least true to the books.
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Which Harry Potter film was the least successful?

7 Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban

The third movie in the series and the only one not to feature Voldemort, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is (undeservedly) the lowest-earning movie out of the series.
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Which Harry Potter movie is most accurate?

Harry Potter Series from Most Accurate to Least Accurate
  • Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001) ...
  • Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004) ...
  • Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005) ...
  • Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011) ...
  • Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002)
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Does J.K. Rowling love reading?

J.K. Rowling herself has some books she'd like you to read. Since she became famous with "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone," Rowling's talked a lot about books. And over the years, she's mentioned dozens of books that she's cherished over the years. Here they are in one place.
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Is Harry Potter the best book ever?

Having sold more than 500 million copies worldwide, Harry Potter by J. K. Rowling is the best-selling book series in history. The first novel in the series, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, has sold in excess of 120 million copies, making it one of the best-selling books of all time.
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Did J.K. Rowling regret Ron and Hermione?

J.K. Rowling says she regrets pairing Ron and Hermione in the Harry Potter books. In an interview to be published in Wonderland and excerpted in the U.K.'s Sunday Times, she said, "I wrote the Hermione/Ron relationship as a form of wish fulfillment. That's how it was conceived, really.
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How long should it take an adult to read Harry Potter?

Well, Personal Creations has done just that, creating a fascinating infographic that shows how long it will take the average reader—at 300 words per minute—to finish 64 books, including everything from The Great Gatsby (2.62 hours) to Anna Karenina (19.43 hours) to the Harry Potter series (60.23 hours).
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Why do so many adults like Harry Potter?

The first reason that many adults like the series is that many people simply grew up with the series. The series is nostalgic for many adults, bringing back memories of when they were kids. For many people childhood is considered the happiest time of their lives and the series bring back those memories.
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Is there anything similar to Harry Potter?

If you're looking for a non-traditional fantasy movie that still has a touch of magic, director Tim Burton's Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children is your go-to. The story follows a group of special individuals born with magical abilities, both children and adults, who live at a secret place and hunt monsters.
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Is Harry Potter hard to read?

Since Harry Potter is a children's series, it's pretty easy to read. The writing is clear and entertaining, and it won't take you long to burn right through the series.
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