On the Trail of Harry Potter is the first book-length work to examine all seven volumes of J.K. Rowling's famous story from a literary perspective�nd to do so clearly and accessibly. In this
book the author refutes those critics who deemed the cycle 'inferior.' She demonstrates how Rowling created a classic through her portrayal of the characters and their interactions and her
plotting, humor and style. This study also covers Rowling's other publications and compares the books with the films. Original.