From Here To Hogwarts: Essays On Harry Potter Fandom And Fiction

The social relations, societal structures and existential conundrums in the world of Harry Potter novels reflect our own. When the authoritarianism of Hogwarts falls upon Harry, it is an echo of disciplinary practices in real-world high schools. The economic inequities of the wizarding world mirror those of modern societies. The art, literature and mass media of wizard society reveal our deep-rooted fears. Harry's world is our world. This collection presents new essays by contributors across a range of disciplines, bringing fresh perspectives on one of the most influential texts in modern history.

• | Author: Christopher E. Bell
• | Publisher: Mcfarland & Company
• | Publication Date: Nov 13, 2015
• | Number of Pages: 232 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback
• | ISBN-10: 0786499311
• | ISBN-13: 9780786499311