Peter Pan In Kensington Gardens (1918) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436577090)

Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens is a novel written by J.M. Barrie and first published in 1918. The book is a prequel to the play Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up and tells the story of Peter Pan's early life in Kensington Gardens. The novel follows the adventures of a young boy named Peter, who lives in Kensington Gardens and is able to fly. He spends his days playing with the fairies and animals that inhabit the gardens, including the wise old owl, Solomon Caw, and the mischievous fairy, Tinker Bell. As Peter explores the gardens, he encounters a variety of characters, including the little girl Maimie, who becomes his first human friend. He also meets the mysterious bird woman, who tells him stories about his past and his destiny. Throughout the novel, Peter struggles with the idea of growing up and leaving the magical world of Kensington Gardens behind. He ultimately decides to return to the real world, but not before leaving a gift for Maimie and promising to come back and visit her someday. Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens is a charming and whimsical tale that captures the imagination of readers of all ages. It is a classic story that has been beloved by generations and continues to inspire new adaptations and retellings today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: J. M. Barrie
ISBN-10: 1436577098
ISBN-13: 9781436577090
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 160
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d