Economist writes against economy of magic in Harry Potter

[Imran Siddiqui]

I like the magic/math metaphor, Rufus. That seems to jive with the series. Some are very good at the technical aspects of magic (Hermione) and others just have a gift... the best are probably those who have both.

And Ron's family is poor. During the series there are plenty of occasions where it is referenced. They are supposed to be somewhat of a inverse of the rich, evil Malfoys, I think.