literature

The Tain and Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone

Compare The Tain and Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. What does each story tell us about the time and place from which it emerges (meaning what does Harry Potter tell us about early 21st century England, not Hogwarts or the magical world Rowling creates). What similarities do these societies share? What differences exist?

Harry Potter an “elect” hero

  Is Harry Potter an “elect” hero according to Joseph Campbell’s definition? Examine both sides of the argument. Offer specific examples from the text to support your position. You may also want to compare him to Bilbo and/or Cuchulainn in making your argument.    

The Tain and Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone

Compare The Tain and Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. What does each story tell us about the time and place from which it emerges (meaning what does Harry Potter tell us about early 21st century England, not Hogwarts or the magical world Rowling creates). What similarities do these societies share? What differences exist?

Harry Potter an “elect” hero

  Is Harry Potter an “elect” hero according to Joseph Campbell’s definition? Examine both sides of the argument. Offer specific examples from the text to support your position. You may also want to compare him to Bilbo and/or Cuchulainn in making your argument.    

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