Why should one read the Harry Potter series?

Most people in my generation grew up with "Harry Potter," and because of this, it's one of the most iconic book series ever written. Possibly the only book series rivaling it in fame and popularity is "The Lord of the Rings," which is also about 50 years older. read more

Possibly the only book series rivaling it in fame and popularity is "The Lord of the Rings," which is also about 50 years older. Needless to say, if someone makes a "Harry Potter" reference to someone today between the ages of 15 and 30, then there’s a good chance they will get that reference and the two people will become friends due to a mutual interest. Here are 11 reasons why everyone should read these books. read more

And as an adult, you learn about love, revenge, forgiveness, loss and the deeper emtions - the series has it all. I really feel that you're never too old to read Harry Potter. Not to mention that there has been some research suggesting that children who read Harry Potter become more compassionate and less judgemental people. read more

One group read passages relating to prejudice, like the scene where Draco Malfoy, a shockingly blond pure-blood wizard, calls Harry’s friend Hermione a “filthy little Mud-blood.” The control group read excerpts unrelated to prejudice, including the scene where Harry buys his first magic wand. read more

Most people in my generation grew up with "Harry Potter," and because of this, it’s one of the most iconic book series ever written. Possibly the only book series rivaling it in fame and popularity is "The Lord of the Rings," which is also about 50 years older. read more