The “Harry Potter” book series was the main center of attention during a lecture given by Sabina Magliocco, chair and professor of anthropology. She was very successful in explaining the main idea of the following series. She tells that despite some really grim moments these books have some really inspiring and truly light aim.
Magliocco even managed to see deep Christian values in these books. Also, she said that Harry Potter books are full of stories on loyalty, self-sacrifice, helping friends, and so on.
As to me, the lecture was very interesting and fascinating. It’s a pity I failed to visit it.