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The Story of Peter Pan, Retold from the fairy play by Sir James Barrie
by O'Connor, Daniel, Barrie, J. M. (James Matthew)
- Reading format
- EPUB in Folarin Bookstore Digital
- Language
- en
About this book
Creators: Daniel O'Connor (1880-1951), J. M. Barrie (1860-1937), and Alice B. Woodward (1862-1951) [Illustrator] "The Story of Peter Pan, Retold from the fairy play by Sir J.M. Barrie by O'Connor et al." is a children’s adaptation of the classic tale originally penned by Sir J.M. Barrie, likely written in the early 20th century. This retelling is presented in the format of a narrative that brings to life the themes of childhood wonder and imagination. The topic centers on Peter Pan, the boy who refuses to grow up, and his adventures in the fantastical Never-Never-Never Land alongside Wendy Darling and other characters such as Captain Hook and Tinker Bell. The storyline follows Peter Pan as he visits the nursery of the Darling children and invites them to join him on a journey to Never-Never-Never Land. Once there, they encounter various magical creatures, including mermaids and fairies, while also facing the nefarious pirate Captain Hook. Wendy takes on the role of mother to Peter and the Lost Boys, fostering a nurturing environment amidst their adventures. As they navigate challenges and friendships, the narrative explores themes of innocence, the desire to remain a child, and the bittersweet nature of growing up. Ultimately, the Darlings return home, while Peter chooses to stay in his whimsical world, embodying the eternal spirit of youth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading Level: Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. Rights: Public domain in the USA. Downloads: 1185