The Ultimate Harry Potter and Philosophy : Hogwarts for Muggles - William Irwin

The Ultimate Harry Potter and Philosophy

Hogwarts for Muggles

By: William Irwin (Editor), Gregory Bassham (Editor)

Paperback | 27 August 2010 | Edition Number 1

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<p>A philosophical exploration of the entire seven-book <i>Harry Potter</i> series</p> <p><i>Harry Potter</i> has been heralded as one of the most popular book series of all time and the philosophical nature of Harry, Hermione, and Ron's quest to rid the world of its ultimate evil is one of the many things that make this series special. <i>The Ultimate Harry Potter and Philosophy </i>covers all seven titles in J.K. Rowling's groundbreaking<i> </i>series and takes fans back to Godric's Hollow to discuss life after death, to consider what moral reasoning drove Harry to choose death, and to debate whether Sirius Black is a man or a dog. <p>With publication timed to coincide with the release of the movie <i>Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Part 1), </i>this book will be the definitive guide for all fans looking to appreciate the series on a deeper level. <ul> <li>Covers a range of intriguing topics such as the redemption of Severus Snape, the power of love, and destiny in the wizarding world</li> <li>Gives you a new perspective on <i>Harry Potter</i> characters, plot lines, and themes</li> <li>Makes a perfect companion to the <i>Harry Potter </i>books and movies</li> </ul> <p>Packed with interesting ideas and insights, <i>The Ultimate Harry Potter and Philosophy </i>is an ideal companion for anyone interested in unraveling the subtext and exploring the greater issues at work in the story.
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"Packed with interesting ideas and insights... an ideal companion for anyone interested in unraveling the subtext and exploring the greater issues." (Planet-Print Blog.com, July 2011)

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