J. M. Barrie

J. M. Barrie, born in 1860 in Kirriemuir, Scotland, is best known for creating the enchanting world of Peter Pan, a tale that has captivated audiences for generations. With a background in journalism and a flair for storytelling, Barrie's works often reflect his love for childhood and the bittersweet nature of growing up. His unique ability to blend whimsy with deeper themes has left an indelible mark on literature, making him a cherished figure in the Western tradition.

As you delve into Barrie's writings, you'll discover a rich tapestry of imagination and emotion that speaks to both young and old. His narratives invite readers to explore not only the magic of childhood but also the complexities of life and relationships. We encourage you to wander through the pages of his works available in this app, where you'll find yourself enchanted by the timeless charm of Barrie's storytelling.

Peter Pan (version 3 Dramatic Reading)

Read by LibriVox Volunteers 4.7
"All children, except one, grow up,” begins J. M. Barrie's most famous novel. Barrie then proceeds to tell the story of that one extrao…

Peter and Wendy

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Peter and Wendy tells the classic story of Peter Pan, a mischievous little boy who can fly, and his adventures on the island of Neverland wi…

The Story of Peter Pan

Read by Phil Chenevert 4.6
Enter the enchanting world of Neverland in The Story of Peter Pan, a retelling of J. M. Barrie's beloved fairy play. This adaptation, crafte…

The Little White Bird

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"A children's book, sharp social commentary and sad psychological thriller about a man's search for a sense of belonging. All in one am…

Peter Pan (Version 5)

Read by Phil Chenevert 4.6
This delightful book about the Darling children and a boy named Peter, is what started it all. The writing of J.M. Barrie is whimsical and f…

Stories by English Authors: London

Read by Kirsten Wever 4.6
This book collects seven short stories by some of England's best turn-of-the-(last)-century's writers. The collection begins with the humor …

The Little Minister

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Before "Peter Pan" came "The Little Minister", J.M. Barrie's first published novel. This is not a children's book, but r…

My Lady Nicotine: A Study in Smoke

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J. M. Barrie, the author best known for Peter Pan, pens witty anecdotes of smoking, having quit the habit. He relates various humorous accou…

Alice Sit-by-the-Fire

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"The ever-delightful classic ... produced by Charles Frohman at the Criterion Theatre, New York, on Christmas day, 1905, and which has …

Echoes of the War

Read by James E. Carson 4.6
Echoes of the War presents a poignant collection of short stories that delve into the lives of London’s civilians during the First World War…

Peter Pan

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Peter Pan is the well-loved story of three children and their adventures in Neverland with the boy who refuses to grow up. Swashbuckling, fa…

Peter Pan (version 2)

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In both the play and the novel, Peter often visits the "real world" of London to listen in on bedtime stories told by Mary Darling…

Quality Street

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Two sisters living on Quality Street set up and run a school for children after the local doctor heads off to fight Napoleon. Ten years late…

Mary Rose

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A ghost story and a haunting story of ageless love. Identified by The Guardian as number 10 on its list of the "Forgotten Plays" t…

A Kiss for Cinderella

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This play does have Cinderella and a Godmother, Royalty, and glass slippers, but it takes place in WW1 and is certainly not your typical fai…

Dear Brutus (dramatic reading)

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At a house in the country 8 guests are invited to enter a magical wood to see what might have happened had they made a different choice in l…

Peter and Wendy (Version 2)

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"Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up and Peter and Wendy are the stage play and novel (respectively) which tell the well-known s…

Sentimental Tommy

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"J. M. Barrie is most noted for being the author of Peter Pan, the beloved book about a child who does not want to grow up. The two Tom…

Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens

Read by Peter Eastman 3.9
When he is seven days old, Peter Pan flies away from his mother (forgetting that he is no longer a bird and therefore cannot fly), comes to …

Peter Pan (version 4)

Read by Patrick Saville 4.4
Peter Pan, the boy who wouldn't grow up, steals Wendy and her brothers away to a magical world called the Neverland. They come face to face …

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