It has become fairly common knowledge that J.K. Rowling used many elements from Greek and Roman mythology in her best-selling Harry Potter series. But, did you know that many of the spells are direct derivatives from Latin? As a scholar of the Classics (Greek and Roman History & Latin Language) like myself, J.K. Rowling has a wide array of knowledge and information to choose from and include within her novels. By seamlessly integrating mythology, history, and language into her fantastically fantasical novels, J.K. Rowling has given readers a glimpse into a long forgotten world seldom studied.
Read this article and find out where many of our favorite Harry Potter spells originated from!
Read this article and find out where many of our favorite Harry Potter spells originated from!
Article source: Tech Insider
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