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queenjasnah's review
"Will they reach the nursery in time? If so, how delightful for them, and we shall all breathe a sigh of relief, but there will be no story."
This book was so wild........ I clearly need to read more non-contemporary books because my brain was constantly overloading trying to comprehend this seemingly lovely abstract narration with the blatant racism and misogyny.
This book was so wild........ I clearly need to read more non-contemporary books because my brain was constantly overloading trying to comprehend this seemingly lovely abstract narration with the blatant racism and misogyny.
epscott's review against another edition
4.0
I only read Peter Pan in this bound up version, but I found it quite interesting. I haven't watched the Disney adaptation in several years, so I went into the book with little expectations. Barrie told a unique, enthralling story with a very prominent, outspoken narrator's voice. Also, the story was never dull and the perfect length for a quick, enjoyable read. However, one thing that did shock me though is that Barrie shames the children and constantly calls them heartless due to them forgetting their parents. In the end it just wrapped up that this 'children's story' bashed children and pointed out their flaws instead.
maddietubbs's review against another edition
4.0
2nd read: forced book club to read it hashtag no regrets I love love this book
Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens 3/5
Peter and Wendy 5/5
overall: 4/5
"Peter and Wendy" literally blew my mind. There are so many layers to the story that are missed in the adaptations- it does the book a great injustice. The underlying layer of violence, imperialism, is nearly completely lost in the Disney adaptation. The story is so much more than the "fun" adventures in Neverland. It is more-so about the horrors of Neverland and child-like innocence. I was deeply uncomfortable while reading it- partly because of the narration style (which is a whole other conversation), but also the mysterious origins of the lost boys (I don't believe for a second they only fell out of their prams), and Peter's extreme violence. It is just so clear in the novel. Its so gross but please read it!
The treatment of the natives on the island are absolutely charged, in no way do I support how Barrie treated a whole people group. Neverland is the land of make-believe; reducing whole groups to something that only exist in the "innocent" minds of children. It is very messed up indeed!! Don't even get me started on the entire character of Tiger Lily...
I literally have way too much to say about "Peter and Wendy" that i would end up writing a whole essay
"Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens" was interesting. I do not really have much of anything to say about it. It was cool to the the precursor (sorta) of Peter Pan.
Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens 3/5
Peter and Wendy 5/5
overall: 4/5
"Peter and Wendy" literally blew my mind. There are so many layers to the story that are missed in the adaptations- it does the book a great injustice. The underlying layer of violence, imperialism, is nearly completely lost in the Disney adaptation. The story is so much more than the "fun" adventures in Neverland. It is more-so about the horrors of Neverland and child-like innocence. I was deeply uncomfortable while reading it- partly because of the narration style (which is a whole other conversation), but also the mysterious origins of the lost boys (I don't believe for a second they only fell out of their prams), and Peter's extreme violence. It is just so clear in the novel. Its so gross but please read it!
The treatment of the natives on the island are absolutely charged, in no way do I support how Barrie treated a whole people group. Neverland is the land of make-believe; reducing whole groups to something that only exist in the "innocent" minds of children. It is very messed up indeed!! Don't even get me started on the entire character of Tiger Lily...
I literally have way too much to say about "Peter and Wendy" that i would end up writing a whole essay
"Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens" was interesting. I do not really have much of anything to say about it. It was cool to the the precursor (sorta) of Peter Pan.
emmamorris_lovesreading's review against another edition
5.0
Marvelous, even at the age or 23 I still found wonder and such joy at the exciting adventures of the boy who never grew up and the Wendy Bird!
santraginusv's review against another edition
4.0
It takes some getting used too I suppose. It is very much a children's book, but also strangely gruesome at times, though it is rather blasé about death and the like.
The second story, Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens is a bit like the first one in that it mostly deals with a new adventure every chapter, though only the kiss/thimble discussion is copied directly and the rest is new material. That one is probably more suited for a younger audience than the first, if your worry about reading "gory" (and do take that word with a grain of salt) stories to your children.
The second story, Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens is a bit like the first one in that it mostly deals with a new adventure every chapter, though only the kiss/thimble discussion is copied directly and the rest is new material. That one is probably more suited for a younger audience than the first, if your worry about reading "gory" (and do take that word with a grain of salt) stories to your children.
cafe_con_cass's review against another edition
4.0
Lots of thoughts and a few problematic things to address (gender roles and racism, of course) but definitely a wildly imaginative and enjoyable fantasy.
sociotom's review
4.0
Blatantly written for a much younger audience (ie, kids), Peter Pan is a bit rambling and even confusing at points, as Barrie didn't seem to bother referencing his own set-ups very often. That said, it was a cute, fun story, and was significantly darker than anything Disney would lead you to believe. People die, quite openly.
Definitely worth the read.
Definitely worth the read.
nachteule's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
bookslapbritt's review against another edition
5.0
J.M. Barrie is an amazing author. The language he uses is enchanting; his ideas, inspiring. One of my favorite written works of all time.