The Dursleys' Hatred of Magic
Events [18]
Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone [B1]
The Boy Who Lived [B1-C1]
6-7
The Dursleys Show Disdain For The Potters And Magic By Calling Harry’s Name “Nasty And Common.”
Disturbed by the day’s events, Vernon tentatively asks Petunia if she has heard from her sister, Lily. Petunia dismisses his concerns but admits their nephew, Harry, would now be Dudley’s age. The conversation leaves Vernon even more uneasy.
Disturbed by the day’s events, Vernon tentatively asks Petunia if she has heard from her sister, Lily. Petunia dismisses his concerns but admits their nephew, Harry, would now be Dudley’s age. The conversation leaves Vernon even more uneasy.
7-8
Vernon Reflects On The Dursleys’ Disdain For The Potters And Their Magical World.
Vernon tries to push aside his concerns about the Potters and the day’s strange events as he goes to bed. While Petunia sleeps soundly, Vernon’s unease grows, but he reassures himself that their lives won’t be affected. Outside, the tabby cat watches Privet Drive intently, unmoving as midnight approaches.
Vernon tries to push aside his concerns about the Potters and the day’s strange events as he goes to bed. While Petunia sleeps soundly, Vernon’s unease grows, but he reassures himself that their lives won’t be affected. Outside, the tabby cat watches Privet Drive intently, unmoving as midnight approaches.
The Vanishing Glass [B1-C2]
29-30
The Dursleys Grow More Hostile Toward Harry’s Unexplained Abilities After The Zoo Incident
After the chaos from the snake's escape, the Dursleys blame Harry for the incident and punish him severely, showcasing their unfair treatment and Harry's ongoing suffering in his life with them.
After the chaos from the snake's escape, the Dursleys blame Harry for the incident and punish him severely, showcasing their unfair treatment and Harry's ongoing suffering in his life with them.
The Letters from No One [B1-C3]
35-36
The Dursleys React With Alarm At The Suggestion Of Harry’s Magical Heritage
Uncle Vernon reacts with panic upon reading Harry’s letter, sharing his alarm with Aunt Petunia. The adults refuse to show Harry the contents, heightening the mystery. Vernon’s extreme response sets the tone for his growing paranoia and the lengths he will go to suppress the truth.
Uncle Vernon reacts with panic upon reading Harry’s letter, sharing his alarm with Aunt Petunia. The adults refuse to show Harry the contents, heightening the mystery. Vernon’s extreme response sets the tone for his growing paranoia and the lengths he will go to suppress the truth.
36-38
Vernon And Petunia Vow To Stamp Out Any Sign Of Wizardry In Their Household
Uncle Vernon moves Harry from his cupboard to Dudley’s second bedroom, a space cluttered with broken toys. Though it appears generous, the relocation is motivated by fear of the letters. Harry reflects on the irony of losing the letter while gaining a room filled with Dudley’s discarded items.
Uncle Vernon moves Harry from his cupboard to Dudley’s second bedroom, a space cluttered with broken toys. Though it appears generous, the relocation is motivated by fear of the letters. Harry reflects on the irony of losing the letter while gaining a room filled with Dudley’s discarded items.
38-39
Vernon Grows More Alarmed With Each New Mysterious Letter
Despite being moved to a new room, Harry receives another letter addressed to his new location. A chaotic struggle ensues as Uncle Vernon wrestles both Harry and Dudley to confiscate it. Harry grows determined to uncover the truth behind these persistent letters.
Despite being moved to a new room, Harry receives another letter addressed to his new location. A chaotic struggle ensues as Uncle Vernon wrestles both Harry and Dudley to confiscate it. Harry grows determined to uncover the truth behind these persistent letters.
39-41
The Family Intensifies Their Efforts To Stop All Evidence Of Harry’s Magical Ties
The Dursleys are inundated with letters arriving through every possible route, defying Uncle Vernon’s desperate attempts to block them. From hidden letters in eggs to deliveries through chimneys, the relentless stream of correspondence unravels Vernon’s composure, leaving Harry hopeful and the family in chaos.
The Dursleys are inundated with letters arriving through every possible route, defying Uncle Vernon’s desperate attempts to block them. From hidden letters in eggs to deliveries through chimneys, the relentless stream of correspondence unravels Vernon’s composure, leaving Harry hopeful and the family in chaos.
41-42
Vernon’s Erratic Behavior Reflects His Determination To Escape All Magical Influence
Overwhelmed by the onslaught of letters, Uncle Vernon takes the family on an impromptu escape, changing directions at random to evade their mysterious pursuers. Dudley sulks over his lost comforts, while Harry reflects on the strange events and the uncertainty surrounding his birthday.
Overwhelmed by the onslaught of letters, Uncle Vernon takes the family on an impromptu escape, changing directions at random to evade their mysterious pursuers. Dudley sulks over his lost comforts, while Harry reflects on the strange events and the uncertainty surrounding his birthday.
42-42
Vernon’s Desperate Efforts Highlight His Determination To Suppress Any Magical Influence
The letters persist even at the family’s hotel, delivered in bulk to the front desk. Uncle Vernon’s growing desperation leads to another round of letter confiscations. As the family continues their frantic journey, Dudley begins to question his father’s sanity, and Harry clings to hope.
The letters persist even at the family’s hotel, delivered in bulk to the front desk. Uncle Vernon’s growing desperation leads to another round of letter confiscations. As the family continues their frantic journey, Dudley begins to question his father’s sanity, and Harry clings to hope.
42-44
Vernon’s Extreme Measures Reveal His Determination To Dodge Any Magical Contact
Uncle Vernon relocates the family to an isolated shack on a rock in the sea, confident that no letters can reach them. The freezing, dilapidated shelter offers little comfort, but Vernon remains smug. As Harry contemplates his upcoming birthday, the stormy night hints at an impending revelation.
Uncle Vernon relocates the family to an isolated shack on a rock in the sea, confident that no letters can reach them. The freezing, dilapidated shelter offers little comfort, but Vernon remains smug. As Harry contemplates his upcoming birthday, the stormy night hints at an impending revelation.
The Keeper of the Keys [B1-C4]
52-53
The Dursleys Confess Their Efforts To “Stamp Out” Harry’s Wizarding Heritage
Hagrid introduces Harry to the basics of the wizarding world, including the term “Muggle,” and explains Harry’s place within it. This marks the beginning of Harry’s education about the magical society he belongs to.
Hagrid introduces Harry to the basics of the wizarding world, including the term “Muggle,” and explains Harry’s place within it. This marks the beginning of Harry’s education about the magical society he belongs to.
56-56
Vernon Labels Harry’s Parents As “Weirdos” And Claims They Deserved Their Fate
When Uncle Vernon insults Harry’s deceased parents, Hagrid loses his temper and threatens him with a pink umbrella. The confrontation further emphasizes the tension between the magical and non-magical worlds.
When Uncle Vernon insults Harry’s deceased parents, Hagrid loses his temper and threatens him with a pink umbrella. The confrontation further emphasizes the tension between the magical and non-magical worlds.
Diagon Alley [B1-C5]
62-63
Harry Reflects On The Dursleys’ Opposition To His Magical Education
Concerned about paying for his school supplies, Harry learns from Hagrid that his parents left him a fortune in a vault at Gringotts, the wizarding bank run by goblins.
Concerned about paying for his school supplies, Harry learns from Hagrid that his parents left him a fortune in a vault at Gringotts, the wizarding bank run by goblins.
The Journey from Platform Nine and Three-Quarters [B1-C6]
88-90
Uncle Vernon Scoffs At The Idea Of A Magical Platform
After a month of isolation with the Dursleys, Harry spends time reading his school books and naming his new owl, Hedwig. As September 1st approaches, Harry nervously asks Vernon Dursley to take him to King's Cross station, and the Dursleys agree begrudgingly.
After a month of isolation with the Dursleys, Harry spends time reading his school books and naming his new owl, Hedwig. As September 1st approaches, Harry nervously asks Vernon Dursley to take him to King's Cross station, and the Dursleys agree begrudgingly.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets [B2]
The Worst Birthday [B2-C1]
1-2
Vernon’s Hatred of Magic Drives His Threat Against Hedwig
Vernon Dursley is furious with Harry Potter after being woken up by Hedwig's hooting noise in the early hours of the morning. Vernon threatens to get rid of the owl if Harry cannot control her, but Harry tries to explain that Hedwig is bored and needs to fly. Vernon refuses to listen and exchanges dark looks with his wife, Petunia Dursley, while Dudley Dursley belches loudly in the background.
Vernon Dursley is furious with Harry Potter after being woken up by Hedwig's hooting noise in the early hours of the morning. Vernon threatens to get rid of the owl if Harry cannot control her, but Harry tries to explain that Hedwig is bored and needs to fly. Vernon refuses to listen and exchanges dark looks with his wife, Petunia Dursley, while Dudley Dursley belches loudly in the background.
2-3
Vernon Declares He Will Not Tolerate Magic in His Home
After Harry accidentally mentions the word “please,” Vernon Dursley erupts in rage, accusing Harry of threatening Dudley. Harry quickly clarifies that he meant “please,” but Vernon Dursley continues to shout, reminding Harry that he has warned him not to mention his abnormality in the house. Harry, feeling defeated, stops arguing and agrees to keep quiet about magic.
After Harry accidentally mentions the word “please,” Vernon Dursley erupts in rage, accusing Harry of threatening Dudley. Harry quickly clarifies that he meant “please,” but Vernon Dursley continues to shout, reminding Harry that he has warned him not to mention his abnormality in the house. Harry, feeling defeated, stops arguing and agrees to keep quiet about magic.
3-4
The Dursleys’ Shame of Harry’s Magic Is Highlighted
After the argument, Harry reflects on his miserable summer with the Dursleys. He misses Hogwarts and everything about it, including Quidditch, his classes (except Snape's), and his friends. Meanwhile, the Dursleys have locked away all of Harry's magical belongings and padlocked Hedwig's cage to prevent her from sending messages to the wizarding world. Harry feels trapped and isolated.
After the argument, Harry reflects on his miserable summer with the Dursleys. He misses Hogwarts and everything about it, including Quidditch, his classes (except Snape's), and his friends. Meanwhile, the Dursleys have locked away all of Harry's magical belongings and padlocked Hedwig's cage to prevent her from sending messages to the wizarding world. Harry feels trapped and isolated.
4-5
The Dursleys Hide the Truth About Harry’s Past and Magic
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.
