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This is a summary of the first book in the Harry Potter series, "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" (also known as "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" in the United States):
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The story follows a young boy named Harry Potter, who lives a miserable life with his neglectful aunt, uncle, and cousin. On his eleventh birthday, Harry discovers that he is a wizard and receives an acceptance letter to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Despite initial resistance from his aunt and uncle, Harry embarks on a magical journey to Hogwarts.
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Throughout the school year, Harry and his friends unravel secrets about the Philosopher's Stone, an object that grants immortality. They suspect that someone is trying to steal it for dark purposes. With the help of their knowledge and courage, Harry and his friends confront challenges, including traps set to protect the stone.
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In the end, Harry faces Professor Quirrell, who is possessed by Voldemort. With the help of the stone's protective magic and the presence of love from his mother, Harry defeats Quirrell and prevents Voldemort from obtaining the stone. The story concludes with Harry returning to his aunt and uncle for the summer but looking forward to more adventures at Hogwarts in the future.
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