Source: Review Copy
Genre: Non-fiction, Biography
Publisher: Macmillan
Publishing Date: July 12th, 2016
ISBN:1250087791 (ISBN13: 9781250087799)
Goodreads Description:
The world has long been captivated by the story of Peter Pan and the countless movies, plays, musicals, and books that retell the story of Peter, Wendy, and the Lost Boys. Now, in this revealing behind-the-scenes book, author Piers Dudgeon examines the fascinating and complex relationships among Peter Pan's creator, J.M. Barrie, and the family of boys who inspired his work.
After meeting the Llewelyn Davies family in London's Kensington Garden, Barrie struck up an intense friendship with the children and their parents. The innocence of Michael, the fourth of five brothers, went on to influence the creation of Barrie's most famous character, Peter Pan. Barrie was so close to the Llewelyn Davies family that he became trustee and guardian to the boys following the deaths of their parents. Although the relationship between the boys and Barrie (and particularly between Barrie and Michael) was enduring, it was punctuated by the fiercest of tragedies. Throughout the heart-rending saga of Barrie's involvement with the Llewelyn Davies brothers, it is the figure of Michael, the most original and inspirational of their number, and yet also the one whose fate is most pitiable, that stands out.
Average Rate: 3.6/5 stars
The world has long been captivated by the story of Peter Pan and the countless movies, plays, musicals, and books that retell the story of Peter, Wendy, and the Lost Boys. Now, in this revealing behind-the-scenes book, author Piers Dudgeon examines the fascinating and complex relationships among Peter Pan's creator, J.M. Barrie, and the family of boys who inspired his work.
After meeting the Llewelyn Davies family in London's Kensington Garden, Barrie struck up an intense friendship with the children and their parents. The innocence of Michael, the fourth of five brothers, went on to influence the creation of Barrie's most famous character, Peter Pan. Barrie was so close to the Llewelyn Davies family that he became trustee and guardian to the boys following the deaths of their parents. Although the relationship between the boys and Barrie (and particularly between Barrie and Michael) was enduring, it was punctuated by the fiercest of tragedies. Throughout the heart-rending saga of Barrie's involvement with the Llewelyn Davies brothers, it is the figure of Michael, the most original and inspirational of their number, and yet also the one whose fate is most pitiable, that stands out.
Average Rate: 3.6/5 stars
MY RATE: 4/5 stars
MY OPINIONS AND THOUGHTS ON THIS BOOK:
When I first saw the title, I didn't even think twice about the plot of the book because as long as it revolves around Neverland, I would be okay. When the book arrived, I decided to read its information and even though it couldn't be possible it intrigued me even more. What's more interesting than a book about Neverland is a book about Neverland with a plot twist, a different perspective.
The story as it is was completely interesting and made me want to know more and more. The story made me want to be 5 again, just because if my mind were to wander it wouldn't be considered weird.
I cannot believe that a biography, especially when we are talking about a non-fiction, would be so fascinating. Awe is close to what I felt while reading this book. Especially when I say that I never cry and this book had me on the verge of tears, not because it was sad but because it touched my child-like side deeply.
I WOULD RECCOMENDED THIS BOOK TO:
Anyone who wants to live childhood and go to Neverland
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