Harry Potter and the classical world : Greek and Roman allusions in J.K. Rowling's modern epic /

Harry Potter and the classical world : Greek and Roman allusions in J.K. Rowling's modern epic /

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Bibliographic Details
Author / Creator:	Spencer, Richard A. (Richard Albert), author.
Imprint:	Jefferson, North Carolina : McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, [2015]
Description:	viii, 315 pages ; 23 cm
Language:	English
Subject:	Rowling, J.K. -- Criticism and interpretation. Rowling, J.K. -- Characters -- Harry Potter. Potter, Harry -- (Fictitious character) Rowling, J. K. Classical literature -- Influence. Mythology, Greek, in literature. Mythology, Roman, in literature. Children's stories, English -- History and criticism. Fantasy fiction, English -- History and criticism. Civilization, Classical -- Influence. Children's stories, English. Civilization, Classical -- Influence. Classical literature -- Influence. Fantasy fiction, English. Mythology, Greek, in literature. Mythology, Roman, in literature. Criticism, interpretation, etc.
Format:	Print Book
URL for this record:	http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/10392630

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ISBN:	9780786499212 (softcover : acid free paper) 0786499214 (softcover : acid free paper) 9781476621418 (ebook)
Notes:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 297-307) and index.
Summary:	"J.K. Rowling has drawn deeply from classical sources to inform and color her Harry Potter novels, with allusions ranging from the obvious to the obscure. Rowling's use of classical material is abundant and varied, and often presented with irony and humor as she introduces a timeless literary tradition to a new readership"--
Standard no.:	40025127520

Table of Contents:

Acknowledgments
Abbreviations
Preface
Introduction
I. Harry Potter as Seeker
II. Harry Potter as Savior
III. Harry Potter and Narcissus: "Know Thyself"
IV. Albus Dumbledore: A Warlock of Many Aspects
V. Lord Voldemort: Evil, Even on His Best Behavior
VI. Other Major Characters with Classical Kin
VII. Cast of Supporting Characters
VIII. The Two Worlds of Magic: Beings, Materials and Resources
IX. Classical Languages in Harry Potter
Conclusion
Appendix: "Ring Composition" in Classical Sources and in Harry Potter
Chapter Notes
Bibliography
Index