Harry potter and the prisoner of azkaban by J.K Rowling

Book Summary:

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is the third book in J.K. Rowling's acclaimed series, published in 1999. The story follows Harry Potter's third year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where he faces new challenges and uncovers deep secrets about his past.

Key Plot Points:

• Escape of Sirius Black: The story begins with the escape of Sirius Black, a dangerous prisoner from Azkaban, the wizarding prison. It's believed that Black is after Harry, as he was allegedly involved in the betrayal of Harry's parents.

• Introduction of Dementors: To protect the students, Dementors are stationed at Hogwarts. These dark creatures feed on despair and fear, causing Harry to experience fainting spells and disturbing visions.

• New Defense Against the Dark Arts Teacher: Professor Remus Lupin becomes the new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher. He teaches Harry how to defend himself against Dementors using the Patronus Charm.

• The Marauder's Map: Harry receives the Marauder's Map, a magical document that shows every person's location within Hogwarts. This map aids Harry and his friends in uncovering secrets about the school.

• Revelation of Sirius Black's True Identity: Through a series of events, Harry learns that Sirius Black is not his enemy but his godfather. The real traitor is Peter Pettigrew, who faked his death and has been living as Ron's pet rat, Scabbers.

• Time-Turner and Saving Buckbeak: Hermione reveals she has been using a Time-Turner to attend multiple classes simultaneously. With its help, Harry and Hermione go back in time to save Buckbeak, a hippogriff sentenced to death, and Sirius, who is unjustly imprisoned.

• The Escape of Sirius Black: Sirius escapes on Buckbeak's back, leaving Harry with the hope of a future reunion.

About the Author: 

J.K. Rowling, born Joanne Rowling on July 31, 1965, in Yate, Gloucestershire, England, is a renowned British author best known for creating the Harry Potter series.

Early Life and Career:

Rowling attended the University of Exeter, where she studied the French language. After graduation, she worked in various jobs, including as a researcher and bilingual secretary for Amnesty International. The idea for Harry Potter came to her during a train journey from Manchester to London in 1990.

Writing Journey:

The first book in the series, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, was published in 1997 after being rejected by multiple publishers. The series quickly gained popularity, leading to seven books, a successful film franchise, and various spin-off works.

Personal Life:

Rowling faced several personal challenges, including the death of her mother and struggles with depression. She has been an advocate for various social causes, including children's rights and poverty alleviation. In addition to the Harry Potter series, she has written novels for adults, including The Casual Vacancy and the Cormoran Strike detective series under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith.