Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by J.K. ... I think the contrast between the two setting's underscore the changes experienced by the main characters who in this case is Harry Potter. ... Harry Potter who is the protagonist is the hero of the good side in this book. ... He is like a guide in Harry's life and leads Harry to making the right decision. ... I thought Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone was very well written. ...

• Word Count: 1796
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School

As well as influencing Arthur and other characters in the book, Merlyn also has made an impact on other author's and their literature, namely the character of Dumbledore in Harry Potter. ... As his teacher, he guides Arthur through the beginning of his life as king of Camelot. ... His silly speeches were one of the most enjoyable parts to read of the Harry Potter novels, often because of the unexpectedness of them. ... Merlyn's impact on Dumbledore's character is shown throughout all the Harry Potter books, in Dumbledore's quirks and oddities, and his ability to teach and p...

• Word Count: 1527
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

Although not as well known as many other fantasies about childhood adventurers such as the "Harry Potter" or "Artemis Fowl" series, "City of the Beasts" was written by a New York Times best-selling author, Isabel Allende. ... I, however, thought it was enough that certain natives could use their mind to be invisible, and how in the eye of the world, you could see visions of your true animal self, but when the characters started visiting spirit worlds and talking with yetis that were keeping track of an entire civilization's history. ... By the time Alex and Nadia were using their spirit g...

• Word Count: 530
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: Undergraduate