Session Information
HPEF - Prophecy 2007 Conference
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Rowling's Devil: Ancient Archetype or Modern Manifestation
Track : August 3, 2007
Program Code: 260
Date: Friday, August 3, 2007
Time: 3:00 PM to 3:20 PM  EST
Location: Lower Concourse Grand Ballroom West
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Description
The abundance of folkloric references in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter novels has contributed significantly to the series' success. Consequently, this presentation focuses on the manner in which traditional demonic conventions associated with the devil have influenced Rowling's formation of Lord Voldemort. It is argued that these well established themes are manipulated and combined with innovative concepts in order to construct a unique version of the ultimate personification of evil.