Famous Harry Potter
Events [20]
Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone [B1]
The Boy Who Lived [B1-C1]
12-14
McGonagall Expresses Concern About Harry Becoming A Legend In The Wizarding World
Dumbledore explains his plan to leave Harry with the Dursleys, believing a normal upbringing will protect him from fame and pressure. Despite McGonagall’s objections about the Dursleys’ unsuitability, Dumbledore insists it is the best choice for Harry’s future.
Dumbledore explains his plan to leave Harry with the Dursleys, believing a normal upbringing will protect him from fame and pressure. Despite McGonagall’s objections about the Dursleys’ unsuitability, Dumbledore insists it is the best choice for Harry’s future.
16-17
Harry Is Celebrated Across The Wizarding World As The Boy Who Lived
Albus Dumbledore places baby Harry on the doorstep of number four, Privet Drive, with a letter explaining the situation. Rubeus Hagrid is emotional as he says goodbye to Harry, and the three of them depart, leaving Harry to grow up with the Dursleys.
Albus Dumbledore places baby Harry on the doorstep of number four, Privet Drive, with a letter explaining the situation. Rubeus Hagrid is emotional as he says goodbye to Harry, and the three of them depart, leaving Harry to grow up with the Dursleys.
The Keeper of the Keys [B1-C4]
49-50
Hagrid Identifies Harry As Famous Without Harry Knowing Why
Furious that Harry knows nothing about his magical heritage, Hagrid berates the Dursleys for their neglect and secrecy. This confrontation sheds light on the Dursleys’ efforts to suppress Harry’s true identity, while Hagrid begins to reveal the truth about Harry’s parents and the wizarding world.
Furious that Harry knows nothing about his magical heritage, Hagrid berates the Dursleys for their neglect and secrecy. This confrontation sheds light on the Dursleys’ efforts to suppress Harry’s true identity, while Hagrid begins to reveal the truth about Harry’s parents and the wizarding world.
53-56
Harry Realizes He Is Renowned In The Wizarding World For Surviving Voldemort’s Curse
Hagrid reveals the tragic circumstances of Harry’s parents’ deaths at the hands of Lord Voldemort. Harry learns about the attack that left him with his iconic scar and the mystery surrounding Voldemort’s disappearance.
Hagrid reveals the tragic circumstances of Harry’s parents’ deaths at the hands of Lord Voldemort. Harry learns about the attack that left him with his iconic scar and the mystery surrounding Voldemort’s disappearance.
56-57
Harry’s Fame Is Linked To Voldemort’s Unexpected Defeat
Hagrid recounts the events surrounding Voldemort’s mysterious disappearance after his failed attempt to kill Harry. This revelation deepens the mystery of Harry’s survival and Voldemort’s current whereabouts.
Hagrid recounts the events surrounding Voldemort’s mysterious disappearance after his failed attempt to kill Harry. This revelation deepens the mystery of Harry’s survival and Voldemort’s current whereabouts.
57-58
Hagrid Reaffirms Harry’s Notoriety In The Wizarding World
Despite learning about his magical heritage, Harry expresses doubt about his abilities as a wizard. Reflecting on his troubled childhood, he questions how he could possibly fit into the wizarding world, only to realize that unexplained incidents in his life were signs of his magic.
Despite learning about his magical heritage, Harry expresses doubt about his abilities as a wizard. Reflecting on his troubled childhood, he questions how he could possibly fit into the wizarding world, only to realize that unexplained incidents in his life were signs of his magic.
Diagon Alley [B1-C5]
69-70
Harry Experiences the Fame Associated With His Name Among Wizards
Harry experiences overwhelming attention as the patrons of the Leaky Cauldron recognize him as “The Boy Who Lived.” They eagerly shake his hand, showcasing the magical world’s reverence for his survival.
Harry experiences overwhelming attention as the patrons of the Leaky Cauldron recognize him as “The Boy Who Lived.” They eagerly shake his hand, showcasing the magical world’s reverence for his survival.
70-71
Harry’s Fame Continues to Be a Central Topic of Conversation
Hagrid introduces Harry to Professor Quirrell, the timid Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, and explains how his encounter with vampires and a hag during his travels left him permanently nervous.
Hagrid introduces Harry to Professor Quirrell, the timid Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, and explains how his encounter with vampires and a hag during his travels left him permanently nervous.
85-87
Harry Feels Overwhelmed By The Expectations Of His Fame
After shopping for school supplies, Harry shares his insecurities with Hagrid. Reassured about his future at Hogwarts, Harry departs for the Dursleys with his train ticket in hand, ready for the next chapter of his life.
After shopping for school supplies, Harry shares his insecurities with Hagrid. Reassured about his future at Hogwarts, Harry departs for the Dursleys with his train ticket in hand, ready for the next chapter of his life.
The Journey from Platform Nine and Three-Quarters [B1-C6]
94-95
Fred And George Immediately Recognize Harry By His Scar
Harry finds it challenging to lift his trunk onto the Hogwarts Express, but Fred and George Weasley, twin redheads, come to his aid. They notice his scar and are surprised to learn he is Harry Potter.
Harry finds it challenging to lift his trunk onto the Hogwarts Express, but Fred and George Weasley, twin redheads, come to his aid. They notice his scar and are surprised to learn he is Harry Potter.
96-97
Harry’s Fame Leads To Curiosity And Excitement Among The Weasleys
Fred and George enthusiastically reveal to their mother and siblings that they’ve met Harry Potter on the train. Ginny is particularly excited, showing curiosity about Harry, while Mrs. Weasley warns against prying.
Fred and George enthusiastically reveal to their mother and siblings that they’ve met Harry Potter on the train. Ginny is particularly excited, showing curiosity about Harry, while Mrs. Weasley warns against prying.
98-98
The Twins Recognize Harry As The Famous Wizard With A Lightning Scar
Ron Weasley joins Harry in the compartment, and they quickly bond over shared feelings of being overshadowed by their families. They share Harry's magical food from the trolley, including Chocolate Frogs, which amaze Harry, and Ron explains magical trading cards.
Ron Weasley joins Harry in the compartment, and they quickly bond over shared feelings of being overshadowed by their families. They share Harry's magical food from the trolley, including Chocolate Frogs, which amaze Harry, and Ron explains magical trading cards.
98-101
Ron Recognizes Harry By His Scar And Reputation
Ron and Harry share stories about their families. Ron reveals the challenges of growing up in a large wizarding family and the feeling of living in his brothers’ shadows, while Harry reflects on his life with the Dursleys.
Ron and Harry share stories about their families. Ron reveals the challenges of growing up in a large wizarding family and the feeling of living in his brothers’ shadows, while Harry reflects on his life with the Dursleys.
The Potions Master [B1-C8]
131-132
Harry’s Fame Attracts Whispers And Stares From Other Students
As Harry begins his day, whispers about his fame follow him wherever he goes, with students staring at his scar and commenting on his identity. Harry tries to focus on finding his way to his classes amidst the strange, shifting layout of Hogwarts.
As Harry begins his day, whispers about his fame follow him wherever he goes, with students staring at his scar and commenting on his identity. Harry tries to focus on finding his way to his classes amidst the strange, shifting layout of Hogwarts.
136-138
Snape Sarcastically Refers To Harry As A Celebrity During Roll Call
In Harry's first Potions class with Severus Snape, it becomes clear that Snape has a personal dislike for him. Snape quizzes Harry on potion ingredients, and when Harry cannot answer, Snape mocks him, making the situation uncomfortable for Harry.
In Harry's first Potions class with Severus Snape, it becomes clear that Snape has a personal dislike for him. Snape quizzes Harry on potion ingredients, and when Harry cannot answer, Snape mocks him, making the situation uncomfortable for Harry.
Nicolas Flamel [B1-C13]
224-225
Harry Feels He Has Proven Himself Beyond His Famous Name
In a tense Quidditch match, Harry’s skill and determination allow him to capture the Snitch, securing Gryffindor’s victory despite Snape’s attempts to favor Hufflepuff. Harry’s accomplishment strengthens his sense of self-worth, proving he is more than just his fame.
In a tense Quidditch match, Harry’s skill and determination allow him to capture the Snitch, securing Gryffindor’s victory despite Snape’s attempts to favor Hufflepuff. Harry’s accomplishment strengthens his sense of self-worth, proving he is more than just his fame.
The Forbidden Forest [B1-C15]
244-245
Harry’s Fame Turns Into Infamy After Losing House Points
After losing 150 points, Harry Potter becomes the target of resentment among Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, and Hufflepuff students, who blame him for jeopardizing their chance to defeat Slytherin in the House Cup.
After losing 150 points, Harry Potter becomes the target of resentment among Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, and Hufflepuff students, who blame him for jeopardizing their chance to defeat Slytherin in the House Cup.
The Man with Two Faces [B1-C17]
307-309
Harry Continues To Draw Attention From His Fellow Students
At the end of the school year, Harry says goodbye to his friends and heads home with the Dursleys. He jokes that he will have fun with his cousin Dudley since the Dursleys don't know he isn't allowed to use magic outside of Hogwarts. Harry looks forward to spending the summer with Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger.
At the end of the school year, Harry says goodbye to his friends and heads home with the Dursleys. He jokes that he will have fun with his cousin Dudley since the Dursleys don't know he isn't allowed to use magic outside of Hogwarts. Harry looks forward to spending the summer with Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets [B2]
The Worst Birthday [B2-C1]
4-5
Harry Is Famous in the Wizarding World for Surviving Voldemort
Harry recalls his unusual past and his connection to Lord Voldemort. He reflects on his lightning-shaped scar, which is a reminder of the night Lord Voldemort killed his parents and tried to kill him as well. Harry is reminded of the mysteries surrounding his survival and Lord Voldemort's downfall. Though he has been raised by Muggles, Harry knows that he is far from normal due to his magical heritage.
Harry recalls his unusual past and his connection to Lord Voldemort. He reflects on his lightning-shaped scar, which is a reminder of the night Lord Voldemort killed his parents and tried to kill him as well. Harry is reminded of the mysteries surrounding his survival and Lord Voldemort's downfall. Though he has been raised by Muggles, Harry knows that he is far from normal due to his magical heritage.
9-10
Harry Ironically Thinks About His Fame While Doing Menial Tasks
After scaring Dudley, Petunia Dursley punishes Harry by giving him an entire day's worth of chores. Harry is forced to clean the windows, wash the car, mow the lawn, and repaint the garden bench, all while Dudley relaxes and eats ice cream. Harry, exhausted and sweaty, reflects on how even the small pleasure of taunting Dudley is not worth the endless work he must endure as punishment.
After scaring Dudley, Petunia Dursley punishes Harry by giving him an entire day's worth of chores. Harry is forced to clean the windows, wash the car, mow the lawn, and repaint the garden bench, all while Dudley relaxes and eats ice cream. Harry, exhausted and sweaty, reflects on how even the small pleasure of taunting Dudley is not worth the endless work he must endure as punishment.
