Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix | Themes

Search for Knowledge

The largest mystery in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix surrounds Harry's search for knowledge of himself and his place in the wizardry world. The novel opens with Harry's constant attention to newspapers and news programs as he looks for any evidence of Voldemort's return. When he finds nothing in his searches, he looks to letters from Ron and Hermione for information. At Dumbledore's request, those letters similarly contain little helpful news. Once at the Order of the Phoenix, Harry's quest for answers becomes partially satisfied as...

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