Easy-to-read text, oversized color photos, and captivating graphics introduce young readers to Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe. Readers will learn about Radcliffe's childhood, family background, education, and rise to fame. Radcliffe's early movie roles are discussed, leading up to his popular role as Harry Potter in the Harry Potter movie series. Future plans, as well as his performance in a Broadway play, are also covered. Features include maps, "Did You Know" facts, a "Snapshot" page with vital information, a glossary with phonetic spellings, and an index. Buddy Books is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Daniel Radcliffe went from shy schoolboy to the world's most famous boy wizard overnight. Aged just ten when he won the iconic role of Harry Potter, Daniel often had to beat his own demons as he met the challenge of combining childhood with being a child star.No one could have envisaged just how huge the Harry Potter movie franchise would be - or how dramatically life-changing it would be for the little boy teachers once wrote off as having no prospects. Daniel won the part out of a staggering 16,000 boys who auditioned. Now it is hard to believe that anyone but he could have ever played the role. Daniel became a film legend before he was out of his teens.But there was much he wanted to prove. In a bid to detach himself from being simply the boy with a wand, Daniel had to make his own magic and bravely took on projects which were often controversial and challenging - but never dull. His courage at diversifying has won him a new army of fans. Daniel's career choices have seen him dancing and singing his way into people's hearts as well as impressing them with his dramatic roles.Now established as one of our leading young actors with a fame that is literally worth a fortune Daniel has managed to conquer the turbulent times as a teenager when his drinking could so easily have meant the end of it all. Today, Daniel is the Half-Blood Prince who has become a full-blooded actor and is looking forward to a future of fulfilled dreams and ambition.

When the millions of Harry Potter fans close their eyes and picture the world-famous wizard with the lightning-bolt scar on his forehead, they immediately picture Daniel Radcliffe. Since the age of eleven, Daniel has been the face of Harry Potter, bringing the beloved character and his hair-raising adventures to life on the big screen. Though sometimes it might seem like Daniel and Harry are one and the same, when Daniel takes off those famous round glasses he has a style that is entirely his own. From his favorite punk rock bands to his favorite cartoon, find out everything you ever wanted to know about this young star: how Dan got cast as Harry, what life is like on the set, and how he spends his time when he1s not battling the dark arts.

As an overworked employee of the Ministry of Magic, a husband, and a father, Harry Potter struggles with a past that refuses to stay where it belongs while his youngest son, Albus, finds the weight of the family legacy difficult to bear.

In 1934, the people of Inishmaan learn that the Hollywood director Robert Flaherty is coming to the neighbouring island to film his documentary Man of Aran. No one is more excited than Billy, an unloved and crippled boy whose chief occupation has been gazing at cows and yearning for a girl who wants no part of him. For Billy is determined to cross the sea and audition for the Yank. As news of his audacity ripples through his rumour-starved community, The Cripple of Inishmaan becomes a merciless portrayal of a world so comically cramped and mean-spirited that hope is an affront to its order. With this bleak yet uproariously funny play, Martin McDonagh fulfilled the promise of his award-winning The Beauty Queen of Leenane while confirming his place in a tradition that extends from Synge to O'Casey and Brendan Behan.

Daniel Radcliffe was cast as the title role in the Harry Potter film series at the age of eleven and went on to star in the franchise's eight movies. His role as the courageous, bespectacled orphan in this fantasy film series earned him worldwide recognition and admiration.? ?Radcliffe has since dabbled in both stage acting and independent movies. This fascinating biography by Terri Dougherty profiles the life and career of this British actor.? ?Chapters cover the actor's early years, his experiences on the set of Harry Potter, and the challenges facing him in establishing a diverse career.

Chronicles the life of the Harry Potter star, from his earliest acting jobs to his rise to international stardom.