The Phoenix and the Qilin in “Secrets of Dumbledore”: Fantastic Bestiaries and Where to Find Them – Part 3
The qilin and the phoenix are more alike than they may seem – and both will likely play an important role in “Secrets of Dumbledore.”
Bathilda's Notebook / The Quibbler
by MuggleNet · Published April 7, 2022 · Last modified April 8, 2022
The qilin and the phoenix are more alike than they may seem – and both will likely play an important role in “Secrets of Dumbledore.”
Dr. Beatrice Groves reveals how an ancient Chinese bestiary, the “Shan Hai Jing,” heavily influenced the creatures of the “Fantastic Beasts” films.
Dr. Beatrice Groves reveals how the inspiration and symbolism of the creatures in the wizarding world originated from T.H. White’s “Book of Beasts.”
Bathilda's Notebook / The Quibbler
by MuggleNet · Published March 21, 2022 · Last modified March 20, 2022
An analysis of the term “blood troth” reveals how Dumbledore’s love for Grindelwald was foreshadowed in the previous movie.
Bathilda's Notebook / The Quibbler
by MuggleNet · Published February 20, 2022 · Last modified February 10, 2022
We know that Dumbledore eventually owned the Elder Wand, but what was his wand made out of before then? His namesake Wulfric may give us some clues.
From white deer to references to the Forest of Dean, early Arthurian texts can shine a light on the doe Patronus scene in “Deathly Hallows.”
Bathilda's Notebook / The Quibbler
by MuggleNet · Published December 22, 2021 · Last modified December 23, 2021
From Dennis Potter to Harry Potter, the Forest of Dean may pull its significance from screenwriters, Arthurian legend, and the author’s own childhood.
Bathilda's Notebook / The Quibbler
by MuggleNet · Published August 16, 2021 · Last modified September 3, 2021
How do Mooncalves get their names? What’s a kakapo? How is a marine iguana like an Occamy? Read this article to answer all those questions and more.
Bathilda's Notebook / The Quibbler
by MuggleNet · Published June 24, 2021 · Last modified June 17, 2021
Through literary clues, Dr. Beatrice Groves reveals how Diagon Alley may have been inspired by Oxford’s High Street.
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