This thread is for people to ask questions about Harry Potter and have them answered ONLY by the moderators. The thread is not for conversation but only for questions to be answered by myself (Fuscia), Gaboman or KJ.
Harry's scar is a lightning bolt. The shape is not what has meaning. Harry was saved by his mother's love. The scar came about when Voldemort tried to kill Harrry. Some of Voldemorts powers were transferred to Harry in the curse that failed.
Harry was born July 31, 1980. The first book is set in 1991.
Shadow, while Gandalf is immortal so to speak, wizards in the HP world merely live very long lives like the Numenorians. Dumbledore would be a great match for Gandalf. He is a very powerful wizard.
I have been a bit of a lurker on the HP page for a while now, mainly due to the fact that you guys are reading very deeply into the HP books. As great as all your predictions are, do you really think JKR's writing is that insightful, and profound, and not just a childrens writer who thinks up the plot as it happens?
"It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step into the Road, and if you don't keep your feet, there is no knowing where you may be swept off to."
Bilbo Baggins
Yes, I think that it is quite well thought out. She has written a story that has many different depths, and threads woven all throughout it. Have you read the books yourself, Sandy? What do you think? Doesn't sound to me that you are a fan!
Why we read "deeply" into the HP series is because, that is what JKR intended for her readers. She didn't write a book in hopes that people would just read it and accept it for what it is... but that they (we) would look into it, and try to find the clues, etc, that she's placed there for us... given to us.
It's just my opinion (and you know from my sig what I think of opinions), but I think that JKR is a brilliant writer.
:::>^..^<::: ~*~The Journey is more important than the end or the start~*~ :::>^..^<:::
Sandy, JK Rowling does put a ton of hidden clues in her books. There is always something happening beneath the surface. She really is a brilliant writer. Think of it, she has a kid go through school and every year he learns new life lessons. Kids relate to Harry. He is not the best looking kid, has the worst home life, yet he is a success. Many people have looked at Harry and identified with this character. J.K. has had the last chapter to book 7 written out for years. She does plan in advance for what is going to happen.
I have read all the books, and I do believe they are a good read, but then, so is Tom Clancy. One of the main problems I find with JKR is that, in my opinion, she is writing for a younger, or less-educated audience than myself, which means the 'clues' she leaves in the books are as subtle as a bull in a china-shop. For example, the port-key incident in the 4th book. It just strikes me that JKR is writing in a simple manner, which means a good, light read, but I can't seem to get heavily into it.
"It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step into the Road, and if you don't keep your feet, there is no knowing where you may be swept off to."
Bilbo Baggins
Well, that's the GREAT things about books... there are so many out there, it allows people to find something that they like.
We are huge HP fans... while you're a huge Tolkein fan. I still love the LotR books... but HP is just something that I truly enjoy in a way that many other books don't bring for me.
:::>^..^<::: ~*~The Journey is more important than the end or the start~*~ :::>^..^<:::
J.K. Rowling has written the books as childrens books. They are a quick read. I just find the stories endearing. People enjoy the books on different levels. Some just read them, others look for clues as to how the series will end. That being said, this forum is for anyone who likes the books. You do not have to be a total Harry nut to post or enjoy the forum.
05-16-2004 08:01 PM
perhaps Harry has power to harness lightning or something - we'll have to wait and see 
I know it sounds like i'm kidding, but the shape could be of importance that we don't know... gotta leave these things open, I reckon.
