No. 5000215
Non-fiction Books
Harry Potter: Building the Magical World is a charming addition to any Harry Potter collection.
Released Jan 2011
Before you buy
Harry Potter: Building the Magical World is a charming addition to any Harry Potter collection. This set provides a unique opportunity to own a physical copy of a LEGO Harry Potter book, complete with a rare minifigure and extra bricks for building a small model.
This set is perfect for Harry Potter enthusiasts and LEGO collectors alike. The inclusion of the exclusive Harry Potter minifigure in a black tuxedo makes it a desirable item for those looking to expand their minifigure collection, and the book offers interesting insights into the LEGO Harry Potter world.
Skip this if you're looking for a complex building experience. This set is more about the book and the exclusive minifigure than the building aspect. Consider larger Harry Potter sets like Hogwarts Castle (71043-1) for a more immersive building experience.
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4.5/5
Very Positive
75% positive
BlockTalk summary
LEGO YouTubers rate Building the Magical World 4.5/5, universally recommending it as an essential retrospective catalog for the 2001–2011 theme era. Reviewers like BrickQueen and CruellasFurCoat praise the rich set photography and prototype trivia, though content is largely visual across its 96 pages. The overall consensus is that the book is a must-have, driven largely by the high-quality exclusive minifigure included.
Based on 4 YouTube reviews
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4.5/5
Very Positive
75% positive
Common feedback
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BlockTalk analysis
LEGO YouTubers rate Building the Magical World 4.5/5, universally recommending it as an essential retrospective catalog for the 2001–2011 theme era. Reviewers like BrickQueen and CruellasFurCoat praise the rich set photography and prototype trivia, though content is largely visual across its 96 pages. The overall consensus is that the book is a must-have, driven largely by the high-quality exclusive minifigure included.
4 YouTube reviews
BlockTalk summary
BrickQueen and JediJACPenguin single out the exclusive Yule Ball Harry Potter minifigure as the main highlight, praising the specialized torso print and cape. CruellasFurCoat and JediJACPenguin also appreciate the behind-the-scenes design team insights, concept artwork, and nostalgic coverage of early Hogwarts sets.
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