Harry Potter and convergence culture : essays on fandom and the expanding Potterverse /

This collection of new essays interprets the Wizarding World beyond the books and films through the lens of convergence culture. Contributors explore how online communities tackle Sorting and games like the Quidditch Cup and the Triwizard Tournament, and analyze how Fantastic Beasts and Harry Potter...

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Other Authors:	Firestone, Amanda, 1982- (Editor), Clark, Leisa A., 1968- (Editor)
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Jefferson, North Carolina : McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, [2018]
Subjects:	Rowling, J. K. > Characters > Harry Potter. Rowling, J. K. > Influence. Potter, Harry > (Fictitious character) Literature and society > Great Britain > History > 20th century. Literature and society > Great Britain > History > 21st century. Mass media and culture.

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Summary:	This collection of new essays interprets the Wizarding World beyond the books and films through the lens of convergence culture. Contributors explore how online communities tackle Sorting and games like the Quidditch Cup and the Triwizard Tournament, and analyze how Fantastic Beasts and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child are changing fandom and the canon alike.
Physical Description:	xii, 213 pages ; 22 cm.
Bibliography:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:	9781476672076 1476672075