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Similarities Between Harry Potter And The Sorcerers Stone
I read the book Harry Potter And The Sorcerers Stone by: JK Rowling. In this book there are many very interesting characters. Even though there were so many colorful characters I found that the 2 most intriguing characters were Draco Malfoy and Albus Dumbledore. Even though these two characters aren't the main characters but they caught my attention better than the main character ever did.
Draco is a first year Slytherin student at Hogwarts. Harry first meets the Draco in Diagon Alley and dislikes Draco from the moment he makes a rude comment about his friend Hagrid. Draco's dislike for those of lesser blood (not being born from two full wizards) and Muggles (humans) ties into the theme of racism. Draco is Harry's archenemy at Hogwarts he

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