In the following review, Maughan declares that the success of Rowling's “Harry Potter” series is not simply beginner's luck. Maughan also discusses the issue of territorial...
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In the review below, the critic recounts the position some parents have taken against “Harry Potter,” deeming the series anti-Christian.
Books of fantasy can help us see the ordinary ...
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In the following review, Lurie summarizes the story of Harry Potter and describes the similarities between the lives of Harry and friends and that of American and British students.
Why are so many ...
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In the following review, De Lint states that the “Harry Potter” books extend beyond the realm of fantasy and young adult literature precisely because they are books that can be enjoyed b...
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In the following review, Eccleshare comments on the seemingly boundless success of the “Harry Potter” series.
The success of J. K. Rowling's series of books about Harry Potter ...
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In the following review, MacRae states that “Harry Potter” is more than just a children's series.
Several months ago I received a review copy of a new British fantasy novel jus...
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In the essay below, Rogers writes that “Harry Potter” tops the list of the ten most challenged books in 1999.
The best-selling “Harry Potter” series of children's...
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In the following review, Maughan contends that the increasing popularity of hardcover fiction is due in part to the success of the “Harry Potter” books.
What are kids clamoring for th...
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In the following review, Maughan discusses the film adaptation of the “Harry Potter” books.
Film Director Chosen, Publication Date Set for Fourth Book
After three books that have, in ...
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In the following essay, the critic describes “Muggles for Harry Potter,” a national organization dedicated to fighting efforts to ban J. K. Rowling's titles in schools.
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In the following review, Combs states that reading Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is a satisfying experience, and was definitely worth the wait.
So, was it worth the wait?
You bet.
With ...
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In the following review, Mabe reports that despite the “unseemly hype” preceding it's publication, the fourth installment in J. K. Rowling's “Harry Potter” se...
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In the following essay, Merryman strongly praises the “Harry Potter” books, and states that a certain amount of fantasy is healthy and enables children to learn important values for life...
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In the following review, Canadian children's book author Robert Munsch lightheartedly gives his reaction to the success of the “Harry Potter” books and explains his reasons for en...
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In the following review, Pate affirms that what is rumored about Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is true, but chooses not to give any of its secrets away.
Dragons and giants and mazes, oh my! D...
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In the following review, Perren confirms certain rumors surrounding Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, the fourth book in Rowling's series, and feels the book lives up to its high expectation...
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In the following review, Sachs comments that the hype surrounding the release of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire was unnecessary, but the book itself is as enchanting as it promised to be.
A fe...
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In the following essay, Kanfer explains why he thinks literary excellence is good business, as illustrated by the success of the “Harry Potter” books.
More than 3 million copies of th...
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In the following interview, Rowling shares the origins of the “Harry Potter” books, her own background, and her expectations for the series.
Slide over Mr. Clancy, Mr. King, and Ms. H...
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In the following review, Padmanabhan states that Rowling has shifted fictional gears in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire and that the series appears to have arrived at a pivotal stage.
It is exq...
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In the following review, Sutton ponders the uproar over Harry Potter.
On this occasion of our 75th anniversary issue, I'm reminded what a constant presence the past is at the Horn Book offic...
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In the following essay, Rosen presents the viewpoints of those who oppose the “Harry Potter” series.
There's something about Harry Potter that has been labeled “anti-Chr...
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In the following review, Stuttaford remarks that Harry Potter follows in the footsteps of the finest of children's stories.
It's enough to make you choke on your fava beans. In bookst...
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In the following review, Fialkoff discusses the appeal the “Harry Potter” series has to adults.
Like every other 11-year-old in America, mine is devouring Harry Potter. But so are man...
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In the following review, Maughan describes the marketing of the “Harry Potter” books and the resulting reading frenzy.
As the industry's traditionally busy fall continues apace...
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In the following review, Stephen traces the rising success of J. K. Rowling and her books about Harry Potter, and comments on the growing “Americanisation” of the British series.
Yes,...
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This resource is directly related to its literature equivalent and filled with a variety of cross-curricular lessons to do before, during, and after reading the book. This reproducible book present...
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J.K. Rowling has kept us waiting for a LONG time. But finally, with "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" _ the last in her popular series _ there should be some answers to many questions. Here, i...
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In the final days before the world learns whether Harry Potter lives or dies, spoilers _ or those pretending to spoil _ are spreading on the Internet.On Tuesday, digital images of what may be the e...
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Translator Listiani Srisanti brought J.K. Rowling's magical tales about Harry Potter to life for millions of Indonesians _ even after doctors diagnosed her with cancer and told her she had only a f...
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Israeli Harry Potter fans elbowed their way in for autographs and photos _ not with the author of the best-selling books, but with the Hebrew translator.More than 100 devotees of British writer J.K...
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First kisses can be tricky. Even for Harry Potter.Daniel Radcliffe _ the star of the Harry Potter series _ said Friday while in Tokyo for the premiere of the latest installment that it took a few t...
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Japan rolled out the red carpet Thursday for the world premiere of "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix," the fifth movie from J.K. Rowling's megahit fantasy series.Hundreds of young Japanese...
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Critical Review by Shannon Maughan
A Guide for Using Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone/Other Harry Potter Books in the Classroom
HARRY POTTER: Questions remain
