Severus Snape

The last Harry Potter book is definitely my favorite because of the way J.K. Rowling brings everything together so brilliantly. One of the things that I thought was done so well was Snape turning out to be a “good guy.” I know in class the argument was brought up of “good person” vs. “good guy.” I am one of the readers who is a big fan of Snape. I think his story is a very powerful one of love. I agree that it isn’t really love towards Harry that drives him all these years but his love for Lily. Regardless, I don’t think that really matters as he is still helping Harry through his life. I am very impressed with Harry and his ability to forgive Snape. Not only did he forgive him but he fully recognized the danger Snape put himself in. He devoted his entire life to The Order and to defeating Voldemort. I know, I know, many people did that! There are, however, many things that set Snape apart from the rest of The Order. One, he is arguably more sacrificial than any other character in the book. One thing that people long for in their lives is recognition of good deeds. I am not by any means saying this is a good thing but it is something that our selfish nature desires. Severus Snape put aside this desire for self and let everyone think he is a terrible person throughout his entire life. This to me is so selfless and loving.  Loving not only to Lily but also to Harry and the entire “good side” of the fight. He is definitely a very brave man. Or, as Harry put it to his son, Albus Severus, “he was probably the bravest man I ever knew.”