This article was originally published on wizardsandwhatnot.com as Harry Potter and Book 1 scene the series shouldn't skip.
After going under the hammer, a first edition of JK Rowling’s debut Harry Potter novel has sold for 18,000 pounds ($22,329).
A rare first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone which was once destined for the bin has found new life after selling at auction for more than £21,000. The book went under the hammer ...
J.K. Rowling, a single mother at the time, faced immense pressure to finish the first Harry Potter book before starting her teacher training.