2. Petunia Dursley Petunia Dursley is Harry's aunt and the sister of Harry's mother, Lily. Like her husband Vernon, Petunia has a deep-seated aversion to the magical world. She has been jealous of Lily's magical abilities since childhood, which translates into cold and harsh treatment towards Harry. Petunia and Vernon decide to hide Harry's true identity, hoping to keep him away from the magical world. Petunia is very strict with Harry, making him do most of the household chores and belittling him in front of Dudley. Despite her harsh exterior, there is a part of Petunia that still feels some residual affection for her sister Lily, which is hinted at in later books. Petunia's character represents the fear and prejudice that ordinary people can have towards the unknown and the misunderstood. |
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