About the book
Many scholars recognize the importance of Harry Potter as a vehicle for discussions about society--from race relations and gender studies to economic, political, religious and educational applications of the texts.This interdisciplinary collection of new essays brings to the forefront a critique of modern Western society, using Harry's world as a mirror to our own. Covering issues surrounding parenting and family relations, social class, life and death, the link between identity and morality and even the risks of time travel, this collection provides many jumping-off points for scholars and nonscholars alike to spark discussions about both Harry's world and our own.
Editions of Inside the World of Harry Potter
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781476673554
- PDF
- ISBN 9781476634135
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Many scholars recognize the importance of Harry Potter as a vehicle for discussions about society--from race relations and gender studies to economic, political, religious and educational applications of the texts.This interdisciplinary collection of new essays brings to the forefront a critique of modern Western society, using Harry's world as a mirror to our own. Covering issues surrounding parenting and family relations, social class, life and death, the link between identity and morality and even the risks of time travel, this collection provides many jumping-off points for scholars and nonscholars alike to spark discussions about both Harry's world and our own.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Inside the World of Harry Potter about?
Many scholars recognize the importance of Harry Potter as a vehicle for discussions about society--from race relations and gender studies to economic, political, religious and educational applications of the texts.This interdisciplinary collection of new essays brings to the forefront a critique of modern Western society, using Harry's world as a mirror to our own. Covering issues surrounding parenting and family relations, social class, life and death, the link between identity and morality and even the risks of time travel, this collection provides many jumping-off points for scholars and nonscholars alike to spark discussions about both Harry's world and our own.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Inside the World of Harry Potter?
Society and Social Sciences > Society and culture: general > Cultural and media studies > Media studies
Where can I read a sample of Inside the World of Harry Potter?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781476673554
How long is Inside the World of Harry Potter and how many pages does it have?
Inside the World of Harry Potter has 191 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Inside the World of Harry Potter?
Christopher E. Bell
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Inside the World of Harry Potter is available as paperback(ISBN 9781476673554) and pdf(ISBN 9781476634135)
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