An Analysis of Symbols of Fear in Harry Potter And The Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling

Abstract

The literary analysis of this work was carried out to identify the fears that exist in Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban. This research focuses specifically on the third book of the Harry Potter series: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, exploring the dynamics of fear experienced by the protagonist and the story's wizarding world inhabitants, as well as the methods utilized to overcome these anxieties. Notably, the thesis further examines the interplay between the fears prevalent solely in the Wizarding World and those present in reality. Using the quantitative methodology, the study analyzes the factors behind the fears associated with Azkaban prison within the book's narrative, examining such elements through an analysis of the original text and supplementary source material. This research also deconstructs the implications of Harry Potter's experiences as it relates to the narrative's overarching themes on the nature of fear, offering insights into how to address and overcome such anxieties.