Harry Potter and Resistance

Harry Potter and Resistance argues that rule-breaking in Harry Potter is essential to the fight against evil, engaging in a resistance movement against the corruption of the Ministry of Magic and the racist social norms that gave rise to Voldemort. Its interdisciplinary approach draws on political science, psychology, philosophy, history, race studies, and womens studies, as well as newer interdisciplinary fields such as resistance studies, disgust studies, and creativity studies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 210 pages
Publication date: 13 March 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Harry Potter and the Resistance delve into the significance of rule-breaking within the realm of Harry Potter. While it may be perceived as a mere distraction from his ultimate battle against Lord Voldemort, this book argues that it holds a vital role in the fight against evil. Far from mere youthful antics or adolescent defiance, Harry's rebellion encompasses a deeper mission to address issues that extend far beyond the actions of a solitary malevolent wizard. He and his allies embark on a resistance movement against the corruption within the Ministry of Magic and the racist social norms that ultimately gave rise to Voldemort. Dumbledore's Army and the Order of the Phoenix employ strategies reminiscent of those employed by resistance fighters during World War II and the U.S. Civil Rights movement. The primary objective of this book is to explore themes that resonate with our contemporary era of heightened political consciousness and opposition to intolerance. Through an interdisciplinary approach, it draws upon political science, psychology, philosophy, history, race studies, women's studies, as well as emerging interdisciplinary fields such as resistance studies, disgust studies, and creativity studies.

Harry Potter and the Resistance delve into the significance of rule-breaking within the realm of Harry Potter. While it may be perceived as a mere distraction from his ultimate battle against Lord Voldemort, this book argues that it holds a vital role in the fight against evil. Far from mere youthful antics or adolescent defiance, Harry's rebellion encompasses a deeper mission to address issues that extend far beyond the actions of a solitary malevolent wizard. He and his allies embark on a resistance movement against the corruption within the Ministry of Magic and the racist social norms that ultimately gave rise to Voldemort. Dumbledore's Army and the Order of the Phoenix employ strategies reminiscent of those employed by resistance fighters during World War II and the U.S. Civil Rights movement. The primary objective of this book is to explore themes that resonate with our contemporary era of heightened political consciousness and opposition to intolerance. Through an interdisciplinary approach, it draws upon political science, psychology, philosophy, history, race studies, women's studies, as well as emerging interdisciplinary fields such as resistance studies, disgust studies, and creativity studies.

Weight: 342g
Dimension: 152 x 228 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032319872