J. K. Rowling - The Tales of Beedle The Bard: A Wizarding Classic from the World of Harry Potter

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Fairy Tales for Friends of Harry Potter (Muggles and Mages Alike)

by wrdnik3, Mar 15, 2012

Pros: whimsical, pointed, fun, magical

Cons: mainly for Potter fans

The Bottom Line: Fairy tales and magic go together like yoghurt and watermelon (or maybe that's just me). Adding the Potterverse to the mix only makes it better. Enjoy.

Review: Once upon a time, a lady called J.K. Rowling wrote some books about a boy named Harry Potter. Seven ...

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Magical Stories to Tempt Your Imagination

by kathrynchamber, Jun 6, 2011

Pros: delightful, magical, muggle, rewarding, for fantasy lovers

Cons: Wish the book were a little longer

Review: This wonderful collection of magical tales is sure to enthrall the heart of every Muggle who plunges ...

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Magical Tales From the World of Harry Potter - The Tales of Beedle the Bard

by dragonfire88, Jul 15, 2009

Pros: Entertaining stories. Few new bits of information from the world of Harry Potter.

Cons: Very short book. One story is a bit dark.

The Bottom Line: The Tales of Beedle the Bard has entertaining stories that are a nice companion to the Harry Potter books that fans should enjoy.

Review: When Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows came out in July of 2007, I quickly read the book as soon ...

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A throwback to the start of the HP Series.

by ram_cv, Jul 12, 2009

Pros: Simple, Childlike, Dumbledore's commentary

Cons: The Warlock's Hairy Heart, too light.

The Bottom Line: For the HP fans, I would recommend this book. It would make good sense to young kids as well.

Review: IntroductionThe Tales of Beedle The Bard is referred to quite a few times in the Harry Potter s ...

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Tales From Rowling A Disappointment

by sprockiee, Jan 23, 2009

Pros: Complement to series, mildly entertaining

Cons: Choppy, Rushed

The Bottom Line: I recommend the book to Harry Potter fans who wish to complete their collections. Otherwise, just check it out from the library.

Review: Like many Harry Potter fans, I eagerly purchased the latest from J.K. Rowling, The Tales of Beedle t ...

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Passable But Non-Essential Supplement to Harry Potter Series

by PacManY2J, Jan 7, 2009

Pros: Fun stories with good messages

Cons: Rowling is better with novels; Dumbledore falls out of character during commentary

The Bottom Line: The Tales of Beedle the Bard is a decent hour's worth of entertainment but overall disappointing.

Review: Like many who read the Harry Potter book series, I was sad to see the story come to a close, but I'm ...

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Magical Tales for Muggle Children (and Adults) THE TALES OF BEEDLE THE BARD

by talyseon, Dec 10, 2008

Pros: Well written morality tales told from the Potter point of veiw.

Cons: None.

The Bottom Line: Lyrical and delightful, Rowling combines Harry Potter and Faery Tales to create something Magical. A perfect gift for an Muggle Fan, child or adult.

Review: The Tales of Beedle the Bard by J.K. Rowling.The world of Wizards exists side by side with that of o ...

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Morality Tales for Wizards Brought to the Muggle World

by carstairs38, Dec 6, 2008

Pros: Fun, short fairytales

Cons: One story could be too dark; very short

The Bottom Line: It's not a new Harry Potter novel, but it's the next best thing.

Review: Okay, I confess. I didn't remember The Tales of Beedle the Bard coming into play during any of ...

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Number 2200: Christmas Comes Early for Potter Fans With The Tales of Beedle the Bard

by bilbopooh, Dec 5, 2008

Pros: wonderful stories, terrific insights in Dumbledore's commentary

Cons: only five tales (one of which is a repeat), the third tale's gore

The Bottom Line: So it's not exactly Harry Potter: Book 8 . The Tales of Beedle the Bard is still cause for much celebration.

Review: Last year, J. K. Rowling published Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, and like millions of other ...

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