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“All children, except one, grow up. They soon know that they will grow up, and the way Wendy knew was this. One day when she was two years old she was playing in a garden, and she plucked another flower and ran with it to her mother. I suppose she must have looked rather delightful, for Mrs Darling put her hand to her heart and cried, ‘Oh, why can’t you remain like this for ever!’ This was all that passed between them on the subject, but henceforth Wendy knew that she must grow up. You always know after you are two. Two is the beginning of the end.”

Quote by James M. Barrie

Book:Peter Pan: Top 100 Classic Novels

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Peter Pan: Top 100 Classic Novels

Peter Pan: Top 100 Classic Novels is a curated collection that brings together the timeless story of Peter Pan with a selection of the most celebrated novels from various literary periods. This compilation aims to highlight the diversity and richness of classic literature, offering readers a glimpse into the enduring appeal of these works. more

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James M. Barrie

James M. Barrie, born on May 9, 1860, in Edinburgh, Scotland, and died on June 19, 1937, was a renowned British novelist and playwright. He is best known for his classic children's novel 'Peter Pan'. Barrie's unique literary style and contributions to children's literature have earned him widespread acclaim. more

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