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The Little White Bird

J. M. Barrie
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The Little White Bird

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1902

Book Brief

J. M. Barrie

The Little White Bird

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1902
Book Details
Pages

216

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • 1900s

Publication Year

1902

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Little White Bird by J.M. Barrie follows a bachelor who befriends a boy named David in Kensington Gardens, London. They share adventures while the bachelor fears losing David to adulthood. The novel introduces Peter Pan, depicted as an infant who escapes to Kensington Gardens, where he encounters fairies and wise creatures, but becomes stranded between child and bird, ultimately finding solace among the park's inhabitants.

Fantastical

Nostalgic

Melancholic

Contemplative

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.0

1,159 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

J. M. Barrie's The Little White Bird is often lauded for its whimsical storytelling and imaginative prose. Critics appreciate its blend of fantasy and reality, particularly the enchanting introduction of Peter Pan. However, some reviewers note the book's uneven pacing and complex narrative structure. Overall, it's a charming yet occasionally convoluted read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Little White Bird?

Fans of whimsical, imaginative narratives with a blend of adult introspection and childlike wonder will enjoy The Little White Bird by J. M. Barrie. Similar to those who appreciate Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll and Peter Pan by Barrie himself, readers will savor this blend of fantasy and poignant emotion.

4.0

1,159 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

216

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • 1900s

Publication Year

1902

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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