I think some of Harry’s annoyingness is due to the fact that he’s modeled after young Eliezer. He’s a mix of wish-fulfillment for young Eliezer and an opportunity for older Eliezer to criticize his younger self. This is really apparent with the chapters involving the Sorting Hat.
I think some of Harry’s annoyingness is due to the fact that he’s modeled after young Eliezer. He’s a mix of wish-fulfillment for young Eliezer and an opportunity for older Eliezer to criticize his younger self. This is really apparent with the chapters involving the Sorting Hat.