Through the Griffin Door Chapter 1: The Boy Who Lived | Philosopher's Stone
Oct 1, 2023
The hosts discuss their love for Harry Potter, analyze the first chapter's elements and the portrayal of the Dursleys. They point out inconsistencies in the dates mentioned in 'Philosopher's Stone' and explore connections in Lily's letter. They discuss the character Daedalus Diggle, touch on last-minute gift shopping, and talk about the progress in HIV treatment. They reflect on the emotional impact of the previous chapter, analyze alternate versions of the story, and compare UK and American versions of the book.
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Childhood Reading Experience
- Jonathan and Ben Carlin recall their father reading Harry Potter aloud, sparking Jonathan's love for reading.
- He previously viewed reading as a chore but began carrying the books everywhere.
Chapter One Narrative
- Chapter one, uniquely, isn't from Harry's perspective and directly addresses the reader.
- It exhibits "Pilot Episode-itis" with inconsistencies but also foreshadows crucial book seven elements.
Reader Inclusion and Date Error
- The opening line references "our story," uniquely including the reader.
- It also mistakenly states November 1st, 1981, as a Tuesday when it was a Sunday.