Medicine and Magic in Harry Potter

Already a decade ago J. K. Rowling published Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, the 1st book about a boy wizard and everything has started: awards, popularity, movies, fans, money, regular readers, opponents, admirers… Harry Potter has brought up the whole generation.

Not so far, it turned out that Ms. Rowling made very important studies in medicine, history and magical lore. There was even held a special exhibition, that discovers us the truth and the myths about Harry Potter magic.

For instance, the mandrake - is not a whimsical plant, it’s a real one. Nicholas Flamel did exist and was said to be capable of turning things into gold. He lived during the late 14th century and early 15th century. He was surrounded by myths, one of them is that he finally created the Philosopher’s Stone.

Paracelsus is mentioned as one of the famous wizards and he was a historical figure as well. And it goes without saying that we don’t have to make emphasize on centaurs and unicorns. Even studies at Hogwarts occurred in the same way as alchemy studies.