When examining a second, third, fourth, or fifth paperback printing of Philosopher’s Stone, there are multiple issue points present.

 

Copyright page:

• The number line on the copyright page ends in 2, 3, 4, or 5 (ex. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2)

• The full name, Joanne Rowling, is printed

• The cover copyright illustration is printed as Thomas Taylor1997 with no space between Taylor and 1997

 

Book:

• The phrase "1 wand" is listed once on the “Other Equipment” list found on page 53

• Asterisk added under "said Hagrid" on page 53

 

Front cover:

• The cover includes a quote that reads  “A terrific read and a stunning first novel" Wendy Cooling

 

Back cover:

• The words "Witchcraft and Wizardry" are printed correctly

• The Philosopher's spelling error (see first printing issue points) has been corrected

• The picture present is that of a young Dumbledore