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Originally Posted by ApK
Pretty sure there's no such thing as a Philosopher's Stone, either, but if you can prove me wrong, I have several pounds of lead in my garage I'd like you demonstrate on....
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Oh, it exists all right, just as a legend, not scientifically proven compound.
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But seriously, folks...I knew what the Philosopher's Stone was, but I still think Sorcerer's Stone is the better title. It has better meter, alliteration, and, as I believe was Scholastic's actual stated reason for the change, it more overtly communicates the "magic" element, which might attract more readers.
ApK
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Wait, so does that mean the British spelling should've been changed too?
You look up Nicholas Flamel, and you'll get an extensive discussion about the Philosopher's Stone. No Sorcerers in sight...
Which is more confusing?
What mainly irritates me is the double standard. If Harry PotterWorld has a Sorcerer's Stone instead of a Philosopher's Stone, I can deal with that, well-read though I am. But to imply that the difference is between American and British readers....