Provides brief introductions to J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter novels, offering a brief biography of the author, a full-length study of the novels, a summary of how the novels were received after their publication, and discussion and review questions.
a treasury of myths, legends, and fascinating facts
Colbert, David
2002
Looks to mythology, folklore, and literature to investigate the sources of ideas for some of the images, characters, and themes found in J. K. Rowling's stories of fledgling wizard Harry Potter.
a treasury of myths, legends, and fascinating facts
Colbert, David
2004
Looks to mythology, folklore, and literature to investigate the sources of ideas for some of the images, characters, and themes found in J. K. Rowling's stories of fledgling wizard Harry Potter.
Explores the true history, folklore, and mythology behind the magical practices, creatures and personalities that appear in J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter books.
A multicultural collection of folktales about magicians who have displayed heroic deeds, a desire to do good, and a refusal to use their powers for harm.
Explores the true history, folklore, and mythology behind the magical practices, creatures and personalities that appear in J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter books.
Presents a history of magic realism in literature; examines the work of a representative selection of authors who use the device in their writing; contains excerpts from hallmark works of magic realism; and includes a sampling of critical response, and a glossary of terms.
