Critical Perspectives on Harry Potter

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Author

Elizabeth E. Heilman

Publication

2002-11-01 - Falmer Press, London, England

Language

English

Word Count

77,000 words, Guess

Page Count

308 pages

Physical Format

Paperback

Identifiers

ISBN-100415933749
ISBN-139780415933742
Open LibraryOL7496574M

Classifications

DDC823.914

Description

The Harry Potter books have become ubiquitous early texts for children, and are also a popular choice for many adults. Potter-mania has expanded to become a significant cultural phenomenon complete with a feature film and a wide range of paraphernalia. However, there has been little critical attention devoted to these books and the cultural phenomenon surrounding them. Containing powerful, thought-provoking literary themes as well as portrayals of social and cultural normalcy, the Potter books cumulatively serve as a powerful form of social text and deserve serious critical attention. Elizabeth Heilman brings together scholars from various disciplines to provide literary, cultural, sociological, and psychological examinations of the Harry Potter books as both cultural product and social text.