67 pages • 2 hours read
J. M. BarriePeter Pan
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1911A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In J. M. Barrie's Peter Pan, Peter Pan, a flying boy who refuses to grow up, visits the Darling household and, with the help of his fairy Tinker Bell, takes Wendy and her brothers, John and Michael, to Neverland. There, they encounter adventures with Peter's group, the Lost Boys, and battle the villainous Captain Hook. Wendy cares for Peter and desires to return home. Peter saves them from Hook, but continues his eternal youth, visiting Wendy intermittently.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Peter Pan by J. M. Barrie is celebrated for its imaginative storytelling, timeless themes of adventure, and the whimsical character of Peter Pan. Critics applaud Barrie's inventive writing and creation of Neverland. However, some note that certain elements may feel dated or less appealing to contemporary audiences. Overall, the book remains a beloved classic in children's literature.
Who Should Read Peter Pan?
Readers who enjoy whimsical adventures, timeless fantasy, and themes of innocence and imagination will love Peter Pan by J. M. Barrie. This classic appeals to fans of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll and The Chronicles of Narnia by C. S. Lewis for its magical escapism and enchanting storytelling.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsBook Details
Fairy Tale / Folklore
Classic Fiction
Action / Adventure
Relationships: Mothers
Life/Time: Childhood & Youth