Peter Pan and Wendy

In this novel, Peter Pan, a boy who refuses to grow up, invites Wendy Darling and her brothers to Neverland.

There, they encounter the Lost Boys, fairies, mermaids, and the villainous Captain Hook.

The story explores themes of childhood, the desire to remain youthful, and the complexities of growing up.

Wendy becomes a surrogate mother to the Lost Boys, while Peter's eternal youth is contrasted with the eventual decision of the other children to return home and grow up.

The novel is a reflection of Barrie's own experiences and his exploration of the 'cult of the child' in Edwardian England.