Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Main Themes and Ideas

• Coming of age and personal development. Harry Potter and his friends face real-life adult problems: betrayal, first love, the complexity of choices, and sacrifices for the greater good.
• The battle between good and evil. As in previous books in the series, the central theme is the confrontation between Harry Potter and his friends against evil, embodied by Lord Voldemort and his followers.
• The importance of friendship and loyalty. Harry's friends support him in difficult times, demonstrating the importance of friendship and mutual aid.
• The significance of courage and self-sacrifice. Characters repeatedly risk themselves to save others and fight for justice.
• Critique of society. The author highlights issues of bureaucracy and corruption in the magical world, criticizing the Ministry of Magic and its refusal to see real threats.
• The significance of knowledge and education. Based on the plot with Dolores Umbridge and her appointment at Hogwarts, the influence of educational policy on the development of the younger generation and their views is raised.