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Book SynopsisAn analysis of J. K. Rowling's work from a broad range of perspectives within literature, folklore, psychology, sociology, and popular culture. It explores the Harry Potter series' literary ancestors and the moral and ethical dimensions of Harry's world, including objections to the series raised within some religious circles.
Trade Review[Whited] has brought together an impressive array of scholarship to address the phenomenon that is Harry Potter.... From historical literary cousins to socio-political interpretations of the series' setting, from textual comparisons to fan club communities, the essays span a wide range of scholarly perspectives.... This is an exciting and substantial contribution to early scholarship about an important body of literary work.-Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books; ""Whited's collection of lively, well-written essays heightens appreciation of a classic in the making, addressing the international phenomenon of J. K. Rowling's books.""-Choice; ""The Ivory Tower and Harry Potter will be indispensable to those interested in the larger literary and sociological issues raised in and around these books.""-Mythprint; ""A highly scholarly and insightful text, offering new perceptions on beloved favorites, The Ivory Tower and Harry Potter is a welcome addition to Literary Criticism reference collections and highly recommended for scholars and non-specialist general readers who enjoy J. K. Rowling's... canon of deftly written and increasingly influential fantasy.""-Midwest Book Review
