Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Interesting Facts

• In this book, Harry Potter encounters the Ministry of Magic for the first time when he is summoned for a hearing for using magic in front of Muggles.
• The Order of the Phoenix is a secret organization created to fight Voldemort and his Death Eaters.
• The character Luna Lovegood appears for the first time, becoming an important part of the story and a close friend of Harry.
• Dolores Umbridge, appointed by the Ministry of Magic as the Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, becomes one of the most hated characters in the series.
• Harry learns about the prophecy that predicts his fate in the struggle against Voldemort.
• Sirius Black, Harry's godfather, dies in the battle at the Ministry of Magic, marking one of the most tragic moments in the book.
• Harry and his friends create a secret society called "Dumbledore's Army" to learn defense against the dark arts on their own.
• This book reveals more information about Severus Snape's past and his complex relationship with James Potter, Harry's father.