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9780470627358

The Ultimate Harry Potter and Philosophy: Hogwarts for Muggles

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  • ISBN13:

    9780470627358

  • ISBN10:

    0470627352

  • Format: eBook
  • Copyright: 2010-08-01
  • Publisher: Wiley
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Summary

A philosophical exploration of the entire seven-book Harry Potter seriesHarry Potter 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. The Ultimate Harry Potter and Philosophy covers all seven titles in J.K. Rowling's groundbreaking 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.With publication timed to coincide with the release of the movie Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Part 1), this book will be the definitive guide for all fans looking to appreciate the series on a deeper level. Covers a range of intriguing topics such as the redemption of Severus Snape, the power of love, and destiny in the wizarding world Gives you a new perspective on Harry Potter characters, plot lines, and themes Makes a perfect companion to the Harry Potter books and moviesPacked with interesting ideas and insights, The Ultimate Harry Potter and Philosophy is an ideal companion for anyone interested in unraveling the subtext and exploring the greater issues at work in the story.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments
Foreword
Introduction: Harry Potter and the Enchantment of Philosophy
The Horcrux of the Matter: Destiny, Identity, and the Soul
The Soul in Harry Potter
Man or Dog?
Destiny in the Wizarding World
The Most Powerful Magic of All
Choosing Love: The Redemption of Severus Snape
Love Potion #9¾
Harry Potter, Radical Feminism, and the Power of Love
Potterwatch: Freedom and Politics
Patriotism, House Loyalty, and the Obligations of Belonging
Dumbledore's Politics
Dumbledore, Plato, and the Lust for Power
The Room of Requirement: A Potter Potpourri
Is Dumbledore Gay? Who's to Say?
Choices vs. Abilities: Dumbledore on Self-Understanding
The Magic of Personal Transformation
Just in Your Head? J. K. Rowling on Separating Reality from Illusion
A Pensieve for Your Thoughts? Harry Potter and the Magic of Memory
A Hogwarts Education: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Beyond the Veil: Death, Hope, and Meaning
The Real Secret of the Phoenix: Moral Regeneration through Death
Beyond Godric's Hollow: Life after Death and the Search for Meaning
Why Harry and Socrates Decide to Die: Virtue and the Common Good
Contributors: The Hogwarts (for Muggles) Faculty
The Marauders' Index
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