Russian prosecutor launches investigation into Harry Potter

Authorities in Russia are launching an inquiry into claims the Harry Potter books discredit Christianity.

Tue, 24 Dec, 2002 - 15:58

Authorities in Russia are launching an inquiry into claims the Harry Potter books discredit Christianity.

The Moscow prosecutor's office is investigating a complaint that Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets "promotes witchcraft and discredits the Orthodox faith".

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