“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.
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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
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.
