The Story of Peter Pan

Peter Pan is a fictional character created by Scottish

novelist and playwright J. M. Barrie. A free-spirited and

mischievous young boy who can fly and never grows

up, Peter Pan spends his never-ending childhood

having adventures on the mythical island of Neverland

as the leader of the Lost Boys, interacting with fairies,

pirates, mermaids, Native Americans, and occasionally

ordinary children from the world outside Neverland.

Peter Pan has become a cultural icon symbolizing

youthful innocence and escapism. In addition to two

distinct works by Barrie, the character has been

featured in a variety of media and merchandise, both

adapting and expanding on Barrie's works. These

include a 1953 animated film, a 2003 dramatic/live-

action film, a television series and many other works.