“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.
Episode 24 of “Reading, Writing, Rowling” explores how “Harry Potter” has more in common with Arthurian legend than wizards and magic swords.
by Laurie Beckoff · Published February 11, 2019 · Last modified January 11, 2019
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.
by Laurie Beckoff · Published September 16, 2018 · Last modified September 14, 2018
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?
by Laurie Beckoff · Published August 10, 2018 · Last modified August 9, 2018
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.
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