J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

The Influence of Harry Potter—
A Discussion on the Series' Influence
with Nita Krevans
July 2000

J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter books have been heralded by teachers and school librarians across the country for renewing children's interest in reading. But some people object to the themes of magic and witchcraft and have petitioned school boards to ban the books.

Nita Krevans, professor of classics at the University of Minnesota, says the debate doesn't need to be between polarized groups. Listen to her interview with Katherine Lanpher and hear what others have to say.