Harry Potter Theory: Dursleys & the Horcrux
A prevalent theory circulating in the Harry Potter fandom posits that the Dursleys' mistreatment of Harry was a consequence of his unknowing harboring of a horcrux within him. Advocates of this theory often draw parallels to Ron's mood deterioration when wearing a horcrux as evidence. However, I aim to counter this notion with a comprehensive examination of the narrative and character dynamics. Buckle up as we embark on a journey to debunk this theory and shed light on the complexities of the Dursleys' behavior towards Harry. Let’s dive in! Petunia Evans-Dursley First off, let’s address the glaringly obvious. Literally in the opening paragraph of Sorcerer's Stone, it describes the Dursley family as thus: “Mr and Mrs Dursley, of number four, Privet Drive, were proud to say that they were perfectly normal, thank you very much. They were the last people you'd expect to be involved in anything strange or mysterious, because they just didn't hold with such nonsense....