The subversive Harry Potter : adolescent rebellion and containment in the J.K. Rowling novels /

"This detailed study of Harry Potter explores the limits of the formulaic structure of adolescent fantasy fiction like that of Rowling's and also examines the impulse of exploration, subversion, and resistance contained within the formula. Within the co-existing networks of subversion and...

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Main Author:	Saxena, Vandana, 1977-
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Jefferson, NC : McFarland & Company, Inc., [2012]
Subjects:	Rowling, J. K. > Criticism and interpretation. Potter, Harry > (Fictitious character) Rowling, J. K. Rowling, Joanne K., > 1965-. > Harry Potter. Adolescence in literature. Fantasy fiction, English > History and criticism. Fantasy fiction, English. Jugendprotest. Criticism, interpretation, etc.

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Summary:	"This detailed study of Harry Potter explores the limits of the formulaic structure of adolescent fantasy fiction like that of Rowling's and also examines the impulse of exploration, subversion, and resistance contained within the formula. Within the co-existing networks of subversion and containment in the narrative, young adult fantasy becomes an embodiment of the experience of adolescence"--Provided by publisher.
Physical Description:	vii, 210 pages ; 23 cm
Bibliography:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 181-208) and index.
ISBN:	9780786466740 078646674X