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About the Author

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Born on July 31, 1965, in Gloucestershire, England, Joanne Kathleen Rowling grew up in rural communities in the southwestern part of that country. Her parents, […]

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Overview

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Heroic Harry Potter battles prejudice in the second volume of Rowling’s wizard series. Returning to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry after another awful summer […]

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Setting

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Most of the action in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets occurs at Hogwarts during the years 1992 and 1993. The realism of the […]

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Themes and Characters

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Heritage, love, loyalty, and betrayal are the dominant themes in this novel. Harry focuses on avenging his parents’ murders and learning more about his family’s […]

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Literary Qualities

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Rowling’s intricate writing style incorporates a variety of techniques which add texture and layers to her characters and settings. By using symbolism, motifs, and puns, […]

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Social Sensitivity

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Although not blatantly didactic, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets delivers several moral messages to readers. Resisting racism is the most crucial social issue […]

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Topics for Discussion

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1. Should Harry have used his friends’ magic to escape from his room in Dursleys’ house? Did he have any alternatives? 2. Why do some […]

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Ideas for Reports and Papers

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1. Research the history of racism, comparing the sociological, cultural, and economic impact of prejudice at different points in history. Outline groups who have been […]

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Related Titles and Adaptations

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The sequel to Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s/Sorcerer’s Stone, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets has been released in audio adaptations: the British version […]