Solve et Coagula: Part 3 – Literary Alchemy
In Part 3 of her “solve et coagula” analysis, Dr. Beatrice Groves explains how literary alchemy influences J.K. Rowling’s writing process.
In Part 3 of her “solve et coagula” analysis, Dr. Beatrice Groves explains how literary alchemy influences J.K. Rowling’s writing process.
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Dr. Beatrice Groves looks further into the origins of the phrase “solve et coagula” and the way in which it encapsulates Rowling’s own metaphors for her “process.”
Last year, J.K. Rowling got a tattoo of the alchemical Latin phrase “solve et coagula.” Read about how the phrase has an intimate connection with everything she writes.
Charity / J.K. Rowling / News
J.K. Rowling has marked the 22nd anniversary of the Battle of Hogwarts by making donations to two British charities.
Much like the rest of us, J.K. Rowling has turned to social media to pass the time during lockdown. Over the past few weeks, she has shared her love for the translated editions of “Harry Potter” and why she just can’t be friends with the number four.
Congratulations are in order! J.K. Rowling’s charity, Lumos, has been short-listed for a CIPR Excellence Award. Find out more about it here!
Robert Galbraith’s official site invites readers to participate in a “Strike” read-along starting with the first novel, “The Cuckoo’s Calling”.
Hospital rooms get Hogwarts House design to cheer up those affected by COVID-19.
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