Abstract of Paper to be Presented at Accio 2005

Elements of the Arthurian Tradition in Harry Potter

Phyllis D. Morris

Elements of the Arthurian Tradition in Harry Potter explores the parallels between the themes and characters in Arthurian legend and those in the Harry Potter series. Both Arthur and Harry are heroes; both were taken from their parents and hidden for their own safety; both have wise, aged mentors; both are on a quest to fulfill their destiny and both may become immortal. The parallels extend beyond Arthur and Harry, however, as four Harry Potter characters bear names that are associated with the Arthurian tradition: Percy Weasley, Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore, Lucius Malfoy and Arthur Weasley. This paper seeks to identify the many elements of the Arthurian tradition that are woven throughout Rowling's Harry Potter series, and notes both similarities and differences.

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