Cover of the Vietnamese version of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. — Photo courtesy of British Council |
HÀ NỘI — A series of activities titled “Perfectly Magical!” will be held to mark the 20th year since the first Harry Potter book, now a bestselling series by British author J.K. Rowling, was released in Việt Nam.
The British Council and Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, the country’s largest Harry Potter fan club, will host numerous events including interactive games, trivia and drawing contests.
Making its debut 20 years ago, the novel has become a firm favorite among young Vietnamese readers.
“Perfectly Magical!” will take place on Hà Nội’s 19/12 bookstreet on May 6-7 and HCM City’s Nguyễn Văn Bình Str. On May 13-14 . — VNS