J.K. Rowling’s The Casual Vacancy: A Departure from Harry Potter

Abstract

This research paper explores the thematic evolution in J.K. Rowling's body of work, with a focus on her standalone novel, The Casual Vacancy, in relation to her globally acclaimed Harry Potter series. While The Casual Vacancy overtly delves into mature themes of social inequality, politics, and community, this study posits that these themes are subtly yet consistently present in the Harry Potter series as well. Drawing contrasts and parallels, the paper analyzes the depiction of social hierarchies, power dynamics, and community structures in both works. Through a comprehensive examination of narrative voice, character motivations, and overarching themes, this paper highlights Rowling’s consistent engagement with societal challenges, irrespective of the setting or target audience. The study concludes by recognizing Rowling’s multifaceted writing approach and her profound ability to resonate with readers on pressing societal topics.

Performance Optimization of Document Clustering for Harry Potter Series Comments using Cosine Similarity

“…The significance of author research lies not only in its technical methodology but also in its profound implications for understanding the dynamics of fan engagement within the Harry Potter community [13]. The commentaries and discussions surrounding this cultural phenomenon are rich with diverse perspectives, and author research endeavours to unravel these intricacies by proficiently categorizing and clustering comments [14].…”