The Science of Harry Potter

What gives a suspenseful novel its edge? What makes a romantic tale so moving? What leaves the reader breathless? The famous and world-renowned Harry Potter series combines these ideals of all excellent novels, expanding the boundaries of modern fantasy and fiction. The books focus on the audacious life of a young boy, Harry Potter, who is living in a surreal version of our world. Throughout each book, Harry and other characters go through a series of trials and tribulations that test the characters’ courage, strength, and will to triumph. With both of Harry’s parents deceased, he lives with his horribly cruel aunt, uncle, and cousin. As their hatred for their ‘odd’ nephew grows, the Dudleys forbid him to go back to school year after year. In the summer months, he lives miserably waiting for the first day of school to arrive. Throughout the school year, Harry and his friends seek danger unknowingly, but always end up successful. Not only is the series filled with humo...