Disguise Quote by J.K. Rowling
““She tasted disgusting , worse than Gurdyroots! Okay, Ron, come here so I can do you…” “Right, but remember, I don’t like the beard too long--” “Oh, for heaven’s sake, this isn’t about looking handsome--” “It’s not that, it gets in the way! But I liked my nose a bit shorter, try and do it the way you did last time.” Hermione sighed and set to work, muttering under her breath as she transformed various aspects of Ron’s appearance. He was to be given a completely fake identity, and they were trusting to the malevolent aura cast by Bellatrix to protect him. Meanwhile Harry and Griphook were to be concealed under the Indivisibility Cloak. “There,” said Hermione, “how does he look, Harry?” It was just possible to discern Ron under his disguise, but only, Harry thought, because he knew him so well. Ron’s hair was now long and wavy; he had a thick brown beard and mustache, no freckles, a short, broad nose, and heavy eyebrows. “Well, he’s not my type, but he’ll do,” said Harry.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling, 2007
Hermione uses magical disguise to protect Ron, highlighting ingenuity and loyalty in dangerous times.
In simple terms: Hermione disguises Ron to keep him safe.
Use creativity to protect loved ones.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Wizarding war
- protecting allies
- spying
- escape plans
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How would you protect a friend in a hostile environment?
- What risks arise when altering identity?
Disguises can fail if observers know the person well.