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James Barrie's My Mayenne is an account of the author's love affair with a part of Fraoce that has escaped mass tourism. In the late eighties, Barrie and his wife began their search for a house in France, a task which is not as easy as it may sound. This is the story of the house they fond, the trials and tribulations of renovating what was at first an uninhabitable dwelling, and their adventures in a new country. With loving detail, and in a conversational and intimate style, Barrie offers his readers a collection of anecdotes, recounting incidenlS as varied as his first meeting with Pierre Medoc, so called because 'he was always better after he had finished the second bottle', to a family trip to Le Mont St.Michel to find a very important fireplace, and monks with dirty feet! Evident in all these lively accounts is Barrie's love of the country, its people and ofcourse its wine!
This selection of J M Barrie's work covers three different genres and all the most telling themes found in his writing: Scotland, childhood, fantasy and sentimentality, sexual anxiety, theatrical invention, social comedy and proto-feminism. The disturbing prose fable of The Little White Bird contains the first and most original exploration of the Peter Pan theme, properly set in the wider context of a middle-aged man's engagement with creation, fantasy and loneliness-a theme which made Barrie world-famous and haunted him for the rest of his life. In a one-act play of scintillating satire, The Twelve-Pound Look exposes the pomposities of male pride and public success in 1910 from the point of view of an ex-wife unexpectedly returned as her (be)knighted husband's typist. Written in diary form and telling of an uncanny romance in a remote winter glen, Farewell Miss Julie Logan evokes the author's fascination with longing, death and loss in a novella which can stand with the stories of the supernatural and which itself raises questions about the nature of romance fiction. This volume offers an exciting reassessment of one of Scotland's most unusual and misrepresented writers.
Peter Pan by James M. Barrie tells the enchanting story of a boy who never grows up and the magical adventures he shares with the Darling children. When Peter Pan, the mischievous and eternal child, flies into the nursery of Wendy, John, and Michael Darling, he whisks them away to Neverland, a fantastical island where time stands still and dreams come to life. The characters of Peter Pan, Wendy, Tinker Bell, Captain Hook, and the Lost Boys are deeply ingrained in popular culture, and recognized worldwide for their unique personalities and contributions to the story. In Neverland, they encounter mermaids, fairies, and the infamous Captain Hook and his crew of pirates. As they navigate the dangers of Neverland, Peter and the Darling children embark on thrilling escapades, including battles with pirates, flights with fairies, and quests for buried treasure. But as the children explore the wonders of this magical world, they must also confront the inevitable passage of time and the bittersweet reality of growing up. The phrases "Neverland," "second star to the right, and straight on till morning," and "I do believe in fairies" have become iconic cultural references, further solidifying the book's place in literary history. "Peter Pan" explores timeless themes such as the power of imagination, the magic of childhood, the fear of growing up, and the importance of friendship and family bonds, resonating with readers across generations. The story has been adapted into countless films, plays, television shows, and other media, ensuring its continued relevance and introducing it to new audiences around the world. "Peter Pan" remains popular because of its timeless themes, engaging characters, imaginative setting, and universal appeal. This classic story, filled with unforgettable characters and brimming with magic, will capture your heart and ignite your dreams! "Peter Pan" remains popular because of its timeless themes, engaging characters, imaginative setting, and universal appeal.
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