2006-06-13 11:40:56 · 10 answers · asked by Gabriel_Arena 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Mythology & Folklore
Yes, although she has drawn on a number of sources, legendary, mythical, historical for background and inspiration. This is common for virtually any fantasy author. For the description of the basilisk in "Chamber of Secrets," she took HEAVILY from Bulfinch's Mythology, ditto the phoenix. The spells and such she has mostly made up, but many are in more or less genuine Latin.
2006-06-13 16:16:34 · answer #1 · answered by aboukir200 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what you consider original:
Harry Potter>>> Yes, he's never been seen before.
Story about kids and growing up>>> Nope; classic.
Tale of Good vs. Evil>>> Nope Classic again.
Story of Morals>>> Nope. Still not new.
Magic>>> Nope.
THAT magic>>> Definately unique.
Characters>>> Seems new to me.
So, in an essence, no it's not. However, the way she wrote it and the characters she chose for the purpose are original, so yeah, I'd say Harry Potter is relatively unique.
2006-06-14 15:40:06 · answer #2 · answered by Stephenaux 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do think that the Harry Potter series was originally written. J.K Rowling's did a great and fantastic job in writing a book of great stature.
2006-06-13 11:56:42 · answer #3 · answered by Lorrs S D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They must be with all of the people that love them so very much!
I dont think that JK would have so much money if they were not original. But I would not doubt that she drew ideas from other sources! Perhaps she was doing alot of reading herself just before writing her own stories.
I personally enjoy both the books and the movies! Even with all of the differences.
Its about magic and belief!
But then I'm sure that there are people that would dissagree with my opinions.
2006-06-13 12:03:09 · answer #4 · answered by Pixie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I think it is. Though some of the stories, legends and stuff are from other books and sources, what makes it cool is how she puts it together. It's really an Original work based on Original works. If you get what I mean... Heheheh... ?(^_^)
Hope I've helped.
2006-06-13 13:38:13 · answer #5 · answered by chad 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes and i think J.K. Rowling did an awsome job...i mean who could think of all that stuff.? i think the way she writes is amazing ..... i luv the hp series and i can read the books over and over again..but its too bad that the 7th and final book is coming out soon! *tear* haha lol
2006-06-13 14:03:54 · answer #6 · answered by dance_till_u_cant_dance_no_more 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes and no. I think the plot and characters are, but some of the things are base on other stuff.
2006-06-13 14:42:09 · answer #7 · answered by angelasiangurl 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, they are, although she drew a lot on other legends and folklore from other sources. This was to add to the magical environment, and she does it very well, I think.
2006-06-13 12:09:04 · answer #8 · answered by Qchan05 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes! The writer is a relitive!
2006-06-13 13:16:21 · answer #9 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES
2006-06-13 11:44:36 · answer #10 · answered by Tenshi X 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋