On the Trail of Harry Potter
This is the first study to cover all seven volumes of the Harry Potter cycle, to examine Rowling's three spin-offs and to compare the seven books with the seven films. On the Trail of Harry Potter Harry Potter
On the Trail of Harry Potter
It presents a careful analysis of Harry and his inner circle, their character development and their interrelationships. Further, it demonstrates how Rowling's plotting techniques, her humor and her style contribute to the success of the series. Refuting those critics who have dismissed Rowling's work as "not great literature," the author explains how and why it became a blockbuster and why it will remain a classic, loved and appreciated by children, young adults and adults throughout the world. The book is written in a clear and accessible style and is geared to young adults and Harry potter
On the Trail of Harry Potter is the first book-length work to examine all seven volumes of JK Rowling's famous story from a literary perspectiveand to do so clearly and accessibly. In this book the author refutes those critics who deemed the cycle "inferior." She demonstrates how Rowling created a classic through her portrayal of the characters and their interactions and her plotting, humor and style. This study also covers Rowling's other publications and compares the books with the films. Original.
On the Trail of Harry Potter, ISBN-13: 9780615433264, ISBN-10: 061543326X
Categories: Children's Literature * Literary Criticism. Contributors: vera g. lee - Author. Format: NOOK Book
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