Harry Potter Essay Examples

J. K. Rowling

United Kingdom

Fantasy

26 June 1997 – 21 July 2007 (initial publication)

The main story arc concerns Harry's struggle against Lord Voldemort, a dark wizard who intends to become immortal, overthrow the wizard governing body known as the Ministry of Magic and subjugate all wizards and Muggles (non-magical people).

Deathly Hallows, The Philosopher’s Stone, Invisibility Cloak, Elder Wand, Harry’s Lightning Bolt, Dark Mark/Death Eaters, Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Slytherin, Ravenclaw, Wands, Broomsticks, Platform 9 ¾

Muggles, Points, Authority

The Value of Humility, The Occasional Necessity of Rebellion, The Dangers of Desire

Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Ron Weasley, Hagrid, Albus Dumbledore, Voldemort, Draco Malfoy, Neville Longbottom, Professor McGonagall, Professor Snape, Professor Quirrell, Vernon Dursley, Petunia Dursley, Dudley Dursley