“Potterversity” Episode 20: “Noble Blood in ‘Harry Potter’ and Arthurian Literature”
Episode 20 of “Potterversity” looks at blood and the bonds it creates in “Harry Potter” and Arthurian legend.
Tagged: King Arthur
Christmas in the Forest of Dean: The Silver Doe – Part 2
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.”
Sorting “Avalon High” Book Characters into Hogwarts Houses
Ever wondered which Hogwarts Houses the characters of Meg Cabot’s novel “Avalon High” belong in? Here’s where we think the Sorting Hat would put them.
“Reading, Writing, Rowling” Episode 24: “The Wand in the Stone? Harry Potter and King Arthur”
Episode 24 of “Reading, Writing, Rowling” explores how “Harry Potter” has more in common with Arthurian legend than wizards and magic swords.
Dumbledore’s Downfalls and the Shadow of Merlin
Albus Dumbledore has more in common with the famous Merlin than a cloak and beard. Their similarities extend to their weaknesses, difficulties, and eventual dooms.
Sorting Arthurian Characters into Hogwarts Houses
Chivalry is a Gryffindor quality, but the Knights of the Round Table are more complex than that. What would happen if they were to exchange their helms for the Sorting Hat?
Weasley Is Our Knight: Parallels Between Ron and Sir Gawain
A loyal companion with lots of brothers, a quick temper, and faltering judgment – Ron Weasley isn’t so different from a certain Knight of the Round Table. But Ron gets himself a much happier ending.
