Peter and Wendy

Main Characters and Their Development

• Peter Pan - a boy who doesn't want to grow up. He lives in Neverland and is the leader of the Lost Boys. Peter has the ability to fly and often battles pirates, especially Captain Hook. His character combines bravery, mischief, and selfishness. Throughout the book, Peter shows his loyalty to friends but also his reluctance to take on adult responsibilities.
• Wendy Darling - the eldest of the Darling children who travels to Neverland with Peter Pan. Wendy is caring, maternal, and responsible. She takes on the role of mother to the Lost Boys and Peter. By the end of the book, Wendy returns home, realizing the importance of family and growing up.
• John Darling - the middle child in the Darling family. He is smart and logical, often trying to imitate adults. In Neverland, John shows bravery and leadership qualities but ultimately returns home with Wendy and Michael.
• Michael Darling - the youngest of the Darling children. He is naive and full of imagination. In Neverland, Michael enjoys the adventures but also misses home and his parents. By the end of the book, he returns home with Wendy and John.
• Captain Hook - the main antagonist of the book, captain of the pirate ship. He is obsessed with revenge on Peter Pan for the loss of his hand, which was replaced by a hook. Hook is cruel and cunning but also has moments of vulnerability and fear of the crocodile that swallowed his hand. In the book's finale, Hook is eaten by the crocodile.
• Tinker Bell - a small fairy and loyal friend of Peter Pan. She is jealous and sometimes capricious, especially towards Wendy. However, in critical moments, Tinker Bell shows her devotion and is willing to sacrifice herself for Peter. By the end of the book, she remains in Neverland.
• Mr. and Mrs. Darling - the parents of Wendy, John, and Michael. They are loving and caring but sometimes preoccupied with their own affairs. By the end of the book, they joyfully welcome the children back and are ready to adopt the Lost Boys, but the boys decide to stay in Neverland.