by Madeleine Rose Jones | Jan 25, 2021 | Cinema, Harry Potter, History, literature, Philosophy
The Harry Potter series by J.K Rowling sold over 500 million copies, has a dedicated fanbase and many film adaptions. But why? What is it about the Wizarding World that makes it so popular? When explaining the popularity of Harry Potter, it is tempting to assume...
by Madeleine Rose Jones | Sep 17, 2020 | General Fiction, History, Liberty, literature
Right now, two things are going on. One concerns a bookstore. The other concerns a generation suffocating itself, and all of humanity, with its delight at repeating the worst impulses of history. Both of these concerns are part of the status quo. They would’ve...
by Madeleine Rose Jones | Apr 8, 2020 | Book Reviews, Harry Potter, literature
This post contains affiliate links, and is written with people familiar with the books already in mind. Very mild spoilers for illustrations. The illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is delightful and worth the price. As a long-time fan of...
by Madeleine Rose Jones | Dec 20, 2019 | Liberty, literature, Uncategorized
There are few groups less deserving of my sympathy than Twitter mobs. Not only are they repulsive and cruel, but the average Twitter mob is as uncultured as a witch burning mob. They have little understanding of liberty, free speech and creativity. This is because a... by Madeleine Rose Jones | Jun 19, 2019 | General Fiction, Harry Potter, literature
I am defending Snape and Dumbledore from Harry Potter. Yes, I know. Those two characters are super-problematic. At least, according to many fans. Personally? The “problematic” nature of Snape and Dumbledore is what makes them great characters. I find it...