There doesn't seem to be any other children books that are acceptable...so why is this one so different?
2007-07-23 21:14:00 · 15 answers · asked by sarah m 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
Not entirely sure. At the end of the day, its a fairy story about witches and wizards, but its written in a way that makes it appeal to both adults and kids.
2007-07-23 21:18:47 · answer #1 · answered by Emma W 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
There's a lot of moral and criticism in it that you might not recognise as such as a child, but adults can.
Ultimately, it teaches you to fight your own demons, appreciate what you have. It tells you that all people, regardless of background and heritage, are the same. Everybody deserves a second chance, and the motives behind people's actions are rarely what you thought they'd be.
Especially the last book teaches you NOT to idolise, because your idols have issues and demons of their own that you just don't know about.
There is a lot of criticism towards society in it, as well.
All this is told with the Harry Potter world being "neutral" ground to explore these things. They're not real, but can be adapted to your life.
I think that ultimately, what the book is about, can be appreciated by children and adults alike - I see a lot of adults still imagining they're better than others, while in the end it comes down to whether you ARE human or not, so they'd do well to learn that they're wrong (and read the book?).
The interesting thing about the Harry Potter books is that you see what you want to see and understand. If you only look for a children's book, it will only be that for you. Some readers really do miss the solemn air that it can have. However, if you are interested in moral and that, you'll be able to see the moral. So this is really great; because there are no secific interests that this book meets; it can meet all!
On the other hand: I am currently reading David Copperfield - and I wouldn't deprive children of reading it, but I also don't think it is not worthy of being read by adults.
2007-07-23 21:36:37 · answer #2 · answered by Maria - Godmother II of the AM 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The series grew darker the more it progressed. Many parts I as an adult found to be a bit disturbing. But nothing more than the thought of Lil Red Riding Hood's grandmother being eaten by the wolf. Harry Potter from the start was for kids about 11 and up. I knew Lil Red Riding hood when I was between the age of 4-5. HP is still indeed a children's book that is Enjoyable to all
2007-07-24 02:17:54 · answer #3 · answered by ... 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What are you talking about? There are tons of children's books that are also entertaining for adults. Every book my mom read me as a child she adored as well. What abot Chronicles or Narnia? People fall in love with that book as children and continue to love and read it into adulthood. How about The Last Unicorn, Little Women, Secret Garden, etc.
Also, I don't know about you, but I wouldn't read Harry Potter to very young kids. It would scare the hell out of them. It might be about young people, but there is overt racism, evil and death throughout the whole series. It's just one of those books that spans generations, and there are plenty of books that do that, it is not that different at all.
2007-07-23 22:20:27 · answer #4 · answered by Her Majesty 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Basically, HP books are written in an entirely different way of common teen/fantasy novels, e.g: Pendragon, Alex Rider... It's more like Eragon and Lord Of The Rings with a twist of Narnia and Sabrina The Teenage Witch...what I;m trying to say is, it may be obscure and deep to some, and quite emotionally and factually mature, but it's still fun and enjoyable and whimsical.
2007-07-23 21:42:01 · answer #5 · answered by askin' answers^-^ 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Did you know that the only reason they have an adult cover is because some adults refuse to by a children's book. The books are identical with different covers. Some adults are so sad !!!
2007-07-23 23:04:00 · answer #6 · answered by x yasmine x 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the books have got darker and more appealing to adults through the series.The first book was definitely a children's book,the last book can be enjoyed by both child and adult.Our oldest is 11 and found the last book very dark in places,as she did book 6.Everyone has their own opinion in the end
2007-07-23 21:37:09 · answer #7 · answered by mike&rach 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that's true at all- there are heaps of fascinating books that are crossing the divide between adult and children's literature- I personally love reading children's books that are entertaining as well as often addressing genuine issues in a very real way- Jacqueline Wilson has been doing it for decades, 'the curious incident of the dog in the night time' was intended as a children's book, as well as 'the city of beasts' by isabel allende- go ahead and peruse your local children's book dept next time you are in town- you may be surprised!
2007-07-23 23:25:18 · answer #8 · answered by emily_jane2379 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know! Harry potter first came out when I was in primary school but I've never been interested in it.. I'm just guessing that it must be such a well written book it appeals to all!
2007-07-23 21:31:13 · answer #9 · answered by fairyyy 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I enjoy it and I do not care if it is a children's book. it has more to me unpredictable twits and turns than many an adult book.
It a form of cowboys and Indians good overcoming bad but with casualties on the way. I doubt if it causes any children to experiment with "magic" anymore then we would have jumped fifteen foot off a cliff onto our enemy. Children are for to intelligent for that.
2007-07-23 21:25:38 · answer #10 · answered by Scouse 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋