Discovering by Analysis: Harry Potter and Youth Fantasy.

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  • Author(s): Center, Emily R.
  • Language:
    English
  • Publication Date:
    2001
  • Document Type:
    Dissertations/Theses
  • Additional Information
    • Peer Reviewed:
      N
    • Source:
      38
    • Subject Terms:
      Adolescent Literature; Childrens Literature; Fantasy; Fiction; Literary Criticism; Reading Material Selection; Tables (Data)
    • Abstract:
      There has been a recent surge in the popularity of youth fantasy books; this can be partially attributed to the popularity of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series. Librarians and others who recommend books to youth are having a difficult time suggesting other fantasy books to those who have read the Harry Potter series and want to read other similar fantasy books, because they are not as familiar with the youth fantasy genre as with other genres. This study analyzed a list of youth fantasy books and compared them to the books in the Harry Potter series, through a breakdown of their fantasy elements (i.e., fantasy subgenres, main characters, secondary characters, plot elements, and miscellaneous elements). Books chosen for the study were selected from lists of youth fantasy books recommended to fantasy readers and others that are currently in print. The study provides a resource for fantasy readers by quantifying the elements of the youth fantasy books, as well as creating a guide for those interested in the Harry Potter books. It also helps fill a gap in the research of youth fantasy. Appendices include a youth fantasy reading list, the coding sheet, data tables, and final annotated book list. (Contains 10 references and 9 tables.) (Author/MES)
    • Publication Date:
      2002
    • Accession Number:
      ED459865