J. M. Barrie's Peter Pan & Wendy

J. M. Barrie's 'Peter Pan & Wendy' tells the magical tale of a boy who refuses to grow up. Peter Pan visits the Darling family in London and entices Wendy, John, and Michael to join him on an adventure to Neverland, a fantastical island where children never age. Accompanied by the tiny, jealous fairy Tinker Bell, they fly away and encounter the Lost Boys, a group of children Peter looks after. The island is filled with mermaids, Native Americans, and pirates, including the infamous Captain Hook, Peter's archenemy. Hook seeks revenge on Peter for cutting off his hand and feeding it to a crocodile. Throughout their adventures, Wendy takes on a motherly role for the Lost Boys, while Peter showcases his bravery and carefree spirit. The story explores themes of childhood innocence, the desire for freedom, and the bittersweet nature of growing up. Eventually, Wendy and her brothers realize they cannot stay in Neverland forever and decide to return home, with Peter promising to visit Wendy every year. However, as time passes, Wendy grows up, highlighting the inevitable transition from childhood to adulthood.