Harry J. Anslinger

never been a fan of Harry Potter. I was too scared to watch the movies, the gruesome images of dragons and snakes and especially Voldemort was much too scary for me as a child. The only movie I had watched before this course was “Deathly Hollows part 2” with my friends when it came out in theaters about 4 years ago. I never wanted to read the books because as I kid I hated reading, mainly because I’m a very slow reader and it would take me forever to finish a book the size of Harry Potter. I…

Suzanne Collins is a modern American writer that has made quite the impact on young people across the globe today. Best known for The Hunger Games Trilogy that was published in 2008, her concise yet powerful writing has discussed themes that are sometimes avoided in young adult literature, such as how weakness and bravery can work together and the wrath of war. (“Biography”) Collins is a huge fan of dystopian style writing and she stated, “Telling a story in a futuristic world gives you this…

The first book I decided to choose was Dr. Seuss’ Cat in the Hat. When reading or studying children’s literature any one of Dr. Seuss’ books are a must read. When looking back on my childhood, I am not sure it would have been the same without any of his books. Each one of his books are very prominent in my memory. Dr. Seuss’ Cat in the Hat offered children a zany story, inspired world play, and a glimpse of a fantasy world that was outside of adult control. One of the things I loved about Seuss’…

“The Last Dragonslayer” by Jasper Fforde is a story for kids and adults who like fantasy and mystery. The main message in the text is be yourself. The story takes place in the Kingdom Of Snodd. Tiger asked Jennifer “What really happened to Mr. Zambini? so Jennifer told him the truth about Mr. Zambini saying that one day, Mr. Zambini had no choice but to perform shows for kids, because Kazam was running low on money. One day, while Mr. Zambini was performing, he magically disappeared and he’s…

Ordinary World- Harry is a 11-year old orphan, Harry lives with Dursley's who treat their son Dudley like a king, while Harry is treated like a servant. Boon is a pesky thief raised by thieves, even ordinary world for him is adventurous and dangerous, he lives on the streets and often calls for trouble. Harry always lives his life in fear while Boon lives the life of a rebellious thief. Harry and Boon were always treated as unequally by the world, yet harry became fearful and boon learned to…

banned. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone was a challenged book and is banned in some libraries today. By examining why this book is banned I have found that it was banned for witchcraft, violent content, and anti-family, it is clear that Harry Potter should not have been a banned or challenged book. Harry Potter was banned in some libraries for witchcraft. Three things that involve witchcraft in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s stone are: Hogwarts, broomsticks, and the spells that Harry and…

and 7.7 billion dollar revenue later, the Harry Potter series has become the most celebrated fiction novels and films of a generation. The story of the boy who lived was originally told by J.K Rowling then adapted to film in 2001. With millions of fans across the globe it is almost impossible to find someone who has not heard or seen the tale. This remarkable story is told in seven parts and begins with the Sorcerers Stone. Almost as recognizable as the Harry Potter stories is Joseph Campbell 's…

one of the millions of people that have become entranced by the Harry Potter book series, then this question is not so perplexing. If you are not, there 's no need to get stressed out; being called a Muggle isn 't an insult, unless you 're a student of Hogwart 's School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Does all of this sound confusing? Well then, step into the magical world of Harry Potter and it will become clear. The adventures of Harry Potter have become world renowned, while renewing children…

The Beasts Inside the Universe of Harry Potter Ahn Pruitt Keiser University Beasts Inside the Universe of Harry Potter Fifteen years ago, J.K. Rowling introduced the world to the wondrous and magical world of Harry Potter with the release of the movie Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in 2001. The release of each of the movies there after were highly anticipated, all the way up until the release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – part 2 which was released in July of 2011. The movies…

Freak: The Character Introduction Many people fight to be accepted in our world since of incapacities. Freak the Mighty, by Rodman Phil brick, is anaffected and inspirational novel about how two lads, who are “different”, develop friends and unite towards a shared cause. Kevin, an eighth grader who lives with his mother Gwen, is one of the two characters in this extraordinary novel. Kevin is anactual knowledgeable young boy who doesn't let his incapacity limit his abilities. Description In…