The Unofficial Harry Potter Character Series / Dumbledore

Irvin Khaytman

"Even readers on their own 14th rereads of the series will find new insights to ponder."
-Kirkus Reviews

"Dumbledore: greatest of teachers or Machiavellian schemer? Irvin Khaytman reconciles these aspects of the character through an investigation of Dumbledore's final years, particularly his last great project: the race to identify and destroy Voldemort's Horcruxes.... if your understanding of love, death, and goodness have been influenced by these stories-if you're part of the Harry Potter generation-then this book is for you."
-Lorrie Kim, author of SNAPE: A Definitive Reading


"An engaging, in-depth, comprehensive and unique examination of one of J.K. Rowling's most enigmatic stars. Its premise and execution has the polish and power of an academic dissertation while being an extremely accessible, enjoyable read. This book is an impetus to engage further with a dynamic, enthusiastic global community who knows that books and love are the most powerful magic of all."
-Leanna Renee Hieber author of Darker Still


"I'd like to venture this might be the most fun you'll ever have reading a book of critical essays. Like Dumbledore himself, this book is both insightful and delightful and written with an abundance of charm, intelligence and a great deal of love for Harry Potter. I've reread the HP series probably around a dozen times, and this presented me with theories I have never considered before."
-Sarvenaz Tash, author of The Geek's Guide to Unrequited Love


"Every Harry Potter fan who reads and re-reads the books is left with a sense that there's a lot more to the saga than can be found on the page. No worries, leave it to Irvin Khaytman... to present this carefully researched and brilliantly written walk through all seven novels, laying out a very plausible scenario for what Dumbledore knew and when. The book is a must-read for any serious Harry Potter fan."