Hagrid Introduces Himself to Harry as Keeper of Keys and Grounds
July 31, 1991
Pages 48-49
Pages 48-49
Hagrid formally introduces himself to Harry as the Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts. Amid the warmth of a roaring fire and the smell of sizzling sausages, Hagrid provides Harry with a glimpse of the magical world, setting the stage for Harry’s new life.
Characters
Dudley Dursley Dudley Fidgets In Hunger But Is Warned By Vernon Not To Accept Any Food From Hagrid
Rubius Hagrid Hagrid Introduces Himself As The Keeper Of Keys At Hogwarts And Sets A Roaring Fire
Harry Potter Harry Tastes Hagrid’s Sausages And Remains Fascinated By The Giant’s Presence
Vernon Dursley Vernon Orders Dudley Not To Touch Anything Hagrid Offers And Reacts Sharply To His Son’s Curiosity
Locations
Hogwarts School Hagrid Mentions Hogwarts And Expresses Shock At Harry’s Unfamiliarity With It
Connections
Hagrid as a Father Figure Hagrid’s Warmth And Provision Of Food Contrast Sharply With The Dursleys’ Hostility Toward Harry
The Dursleys' Spoil Dudley Dudley’s Comfort And Overindulgence Are Noted As Hagrid Comments On His Size
