When I saw a revival of Peter Pan on Broadway, Tinker Bell's death scene moved a toddler to call out so loudly the show stopped momentarily and then the theatre erupted with applause.
Merphy is tearing up when talking about the theme of motherhood and adopting the lost boys. Without knowing anything about her, you know she's a loving mother
I love to see how passionate you are about this book. It's one of my favourite children's books too ^^. The part you mentioned where Tinker Bell takes the poison and Peter Pan asks the children of the world to believe in fairies is because Peter Pan was originally a play. It was performed in theatres before becoming a novel so some aspects of the play may have permeated into the novel.
My grandmother died earlier this year and on clearing her house one of the things I chose to keep was her 1931 edition of Peter Pan which she was given brand new as a child. I reread it again and I will always treasure it.
22:56 Taht scene makes sense only in the play. In it Peter asks kids in the audience "Do you belive in faires?", and then kids are clapping. But in the book... that's just silly.
Oh, Merphy. I can feel your emotion and you trying to keep yourself together during this beautiful review and insight into your world, thank you. I’m estranged from my father, through his choosing, and so I identify with Peter when his parents closed the windows on him. When I read Peter Pan recently, for me it was about loss... and a stolen childhood. Even though he ‘chooses’ to stay in his childhood, in a way he doesn’t choose it, he is fixed in it. And we see this because he does have emotional intelligence, and that he does have parts of him that are grown up. But we see him purposely push boundaries and hold people afar. It’s painful x
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Knew nothing about Peter Pan aside from the Disney animated version (and even that I don't remember much). Went straight to the library and requested it. I love that you're so passionate about it!
I’ve read Peter Pan twice over the past 15 years and I’m reading it for a 3rd time now. It’s always been my favorite book. The last chapter always has me in tears. It’s such a beautiful story with so much symbolism and adore the way it’s written. Absolute magic. It was a saving grace for me during a very depressing period of my teenage years. I was on medication and in therapy and related to the fears of adulthood and becoming a grownup. Peter Pan helped me dissect and process all the emotions of that time in my life in a way I’m forever grateful for. ❤ 🥹
I loved seeing your heart and emotion in talking about this story. I've never read the book, now I want to. I'm also a mother who's "window" has always been open, even though my kids are all grown now.
Peter Pan was the first book I read with my mom. Years later it was the first audiobook I finished (before that I didn't have the patience). Thank you so much for the review. It's very emotional and I was really looking forward a detailed review by somebody who really loves the story. Great way to finish the year! Thank you!
I didn't start this video realising that I would be empathy weeping with Merphy by the end of it 😂. Your love for this story makes me love it even more ❤ Thanks for all your videos this year Merphy!
❤WOW! Your heart felt description of why you love the story of Peter Pan was extremely moving and tearjerking. 😢 I feel your heart and feel the same way about all children whether they’re my flesh and blood or not.❤ You’ll never believe why I’m even here watching this, though. Representing myself in my own divorce trial, I was advised to have a theme for the marriage. I was married to someone named Peter and having only seen the children’s movie once 30+ years ago, I had to be reminded of what the story was about to see if the comparison would fit. It turns out that in someways the comparison is very good and I will use it in my divorce trial as an example of what went wrong in the marriage. The ironic thing is that he is now living with a woman named Wendy! I don’t know her, but she apparently is taking care of him. How poetic. I hope they’re happy. I am happy to get back to a more responsible life! 😊
Peter’s entire character is consistent of a child. From going back and forth with his emotions along as his forgetfulness is exactly who I was as a boy.
Merphy has finally convinced me to read Peter Pan. I’m planning on it being one of my first books for 2021 and I just know it’s going to be good. I discovered Merphy this year during quarantine and it is one of the best things that has ever happened to me. The way she speaks and articulates her thoughts is amazing. Also, as a writer, the Dear Authors series has helped me with my writing so much. So, thank you so much Merphy. Happy New Year 2021, everyone! Hope next year will be better then this one. Have a great year everyone ❤️
This book hits you on the mother's love part, Merphy. But this book hits me so much at that scene in Marooner's Rock when he acts "fair" to Hook, when he keeps his purehearted fair soul to the fight. Then he was heartbroken then he forgets it. It hits me that growing up means to learn from hardships and heartbreak and because Peter always forgets things even forgets tragedies, he never grow up. This hit me so much and after THAT ending when out little Peter is left out, oh no, I'm hurt. I had a book hangover with this for a whole week when Peter keeps showing up in my head. Hooh nice work Merphy, love this video so much
I can feel you Merph....Now I am crying after seeing you crying 🥺 I have the book " Peter Pan" but I didn't Start yet....will definitely give a shot now ❤️🌸🦋
I'm totally OBSESSED with the Story of Peter Pan since....forever i guess?😅 To see and hear someone that has (as it seems to me) the same absolutly love about this Book and the Characters is so heart warming to me! 🥺❤ Thank you very much for this Video. I enjoyed it very much😊🥰😇
Best way to end the year. Merphy discussing her fave book ever. I hope there will be tears. I agree about the 'weird' sentences. Watching the Disney movie first wasn't the best idea. I mean, whenever Peter Pan was like, "Leave Hook to me so I can kill him" and then Wendy's siblings are like "O.K.!", I was just imagining it and.... As in, you come from a light hearted joke, and then Peter says something dark, and I just laugh out loud. Even the scene where Tinkerbell tries to murder Wendy...this book goes from 1 to 360 in a split second.
I’ve never seen the disney version because it looked so cutesy. I didn’t grow up reading the book but I grew up watching the like 2005 live action version which I later found out is very book-accurate and I always knew this story should be a little more serious
I really appreciate you sharing your gushing love for this book. I just started listening to the book for the first time and after watching this I know I will appreciate it more.
I love your Infectious enthusiasm. I am an 60-year-old guy and feel the need to read this book now. I did not mean to watch the full video, but you captured my attention. I just ordered a very beautiful little edition from Flametree Publishing. By the way, your presentation is very good, very lively, very engaging. If you were a teacher, you would get all the kids into reading.
Hey Merphy, that was amazing, I've never read the book, I've only ever watched the Disney cartoon and the Robin Williams film Hook, both of which were amazing, but you have given me a much deeper appreciation for Peter and the entire story, so thank you. You mention that nobody wants to hear a deep dive on Peter's issues, but as a possible video idea for the future, I personally would love if you made deep dives on individual characters, examining their motivations, psychology, relationships etc. I'd be really interested in seeing that.
Peter Pan is the first book I've read in 2021 and all credit goes to you Merphy. Thank you for loving this book, for it was your love for it that got me to read it. It was a wonderful read to start the year with.
Awww..you are so sweet...love this video... I felt your joy and sadness.... Fav video ever...I'm gonna buy the book today...I've always loved the Disney version
First- way to make me cry. Being there for every kid- I feel that too. Every time I come across a youtuber with that love I immediately feel a connection. I knew I liked you for a reason. Second- this "rant" sounds like me when my friends let me go on about The Secret Garden. Including the crying, lol.
wow... Peter Pan sounds like me. I've never had a desire to read Peter Pan until now because I've only known Disney's Peter Pan. Also, I didn't realize that classic Star Trek quote is FROM Peter Pan. Granted he's a little more extreme than me in some respects like with the darker stuff but I identify with so much of what you said, a dedication to fun, taking care of people, expecting others to treat someone right, talking smack when the odds are against you... Peter Pan is officially on my must-read list. Thank you. And HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
I just finished the book and cried my heart out at the ending and now I’m crying again because of you and how passionate you are about this and how personal this story is to you and this kind of moment is exactly why I love reading and books
I read this book because you mentioned it multiple times on your channel on a bus ride to another city and I cried so hard. I also cried watching your video. This was truly a great review.
I cried watching this review! I have no idea how you were able to put into words exactly why I love this book. I also grew up in a "Darling" home where our window was always open. It resonates with me on a level that I can't express in words and yet I could talk for hours about this book. I love it so dearly, it's like a piece of my soul.
I've always loved Peter Pan but has never read the book until now and I just found your video and I loved also all the symbolism you talk about I would love a more in depth analysis! This has become also one of my favorite books!
My roommate got me Peter Pan sophomore year of college and I finally read it a year afterwards. I need to go back and reread it cause there was a lot I was confused on or didn’t hold my attention, but Peter Pan has always been a character and story I’ve loved. Mainly because of the Disney movie. I wanted to go to Neverland as a kid, fly around with Tinkerbell, and explore the island with Wendy and Peter. Peter and Robin Hood were always my two favorite fairy tale characters and I always love to hear renditions about their worlds.
i have this book but haven't read it in a couple years, i will have to read it again. I do remember being surprised at how much whimsy is in the book that isn't in the disney cartoon, like when it talks about Mrs Darling going through her childrens minds at night and sorting their thoughts, like it was a filing cabinet or something
I relate to you sooo much on Peter Pan. Have loved the story for as long as I can remember because it just touches me so much in a way I know it wouldn’t everybody else.
Not me tearing up but wanting a part 2 of this 😂😂 I feel Peter Pan is a story that people who grew up with that kind of family environment, will hold so dearly in their hearts. It's both tragic and sad, but incredibly joyful and fun, like the two faces of a mother's selfless love.
I've delayed this enough, Peter Pan shall be my first read of 2021. Feliz año nuevo ❤️ I've been reading so much more thanks to you, and I'm very grateful ☺️ your passion for books and stories is contagious.
I've had this saved in my "Watch Later" playlist for a year and a half. I'd just bought the book after hearing Murphy gush about it. I recently finished, and finally got around to watching this video. I can't say I have the same fondness of the book as you, but this video was still very heartwarming.
Listening to you share about how impactful and resonate this story is for you nearly brought tears to my eyes while listening to it at work. Thank you for sharing this with us. Thank you for sharing your heart with us! I hope you and your family are happy and healthy and well and continue to be in the new year!
Never would've expected you to love Peter of all characters but hearing your story is very powerful and makes sense why it's such a meaningful story for you. I can already tell who's One Piece back story is your favorite lol. Shoutouts to Mama Merph
I never believed in santa or the tooth fairy as a child but what I did believe in was Peter Pan! I will always have a part of my heart witch is devoted to Peter! This video made me love him even more! Thank you ❤️
I read this book after seeing a video of you mentioning it as one of your favorites this weekend. While I did not enjoy this book as much as you and others; I do see the points you made and why most would really enjoy this book. Your parents are amazing people!
Thank you so much for sharing this, Merphy. Though for different reasons, Peter Pan has meant so much to me throughout my life, so to see you share how deep of a love for this story you have...it really has deepened my own love and given me a far greater appreciation for the story, one I take to heart and will have in my heart the next time I read it.
Peter pan is tied with lotr for my favorite book. I recently rediscovered it as an adult and the wit and wordplay were so creative and lovely. Especially the last line
when i was little i was completely in love with peter pan. like i wore blue nightgowns to bed, left my window open for him, i’d keep thimbles and a sewing kit in my room just in case hahaha, i wanted to go to neverland and be wendy so much!! peter pan is still one of my favorite books of all time, it just captures what it is to be a child so beautifully❤️
I love Peter Pan! Tink sacrificing herself for Peter and the power of belief bringing her back is my favorite part! I got to be Tink in a stage production and that scene was very fun to act. So I am a Tink stan, but performing that scene made me think a lot about her motivations and it's deeper meaning with regards to Peter and Tink's relationship. Tink is so much like Peter in that she can be jealous and murderous one moment towards Wendy and self sacrificing the next for Peter because she knows he would do the same for her. Peter is very chivalrous, but here the female character gets to rescue him. They are the best of friends! And with Peter's mother issues you could say Tink has taken it upon herself to be his ultimate protector. All the other "Wendy's" in his life will grow up and eventually leave Peter just like his own mother did, but Tink's love for him is eternal. She is his family! Not to mention deeper questions the scene raises about the relation between belief and youth vs aging and cynicism. What must it be like for Tink to know her continued existence and that of all her people depends on the power of faith? Peter's belief in her it literally keeping her alive! It's beautiful! It was lovely to hear you talk about your favorite book! If you ever have a chance to see the ballet version of Peter Pan, I highly recommend it. It would also be great to hear you review any fantasy books that are a variation on Peter Pan like Straight on Til Morning from the Disney Twisted Tales series or Peter Pan Trilogy by Dave Berry and Ridley Pearson.
I'm planning Peter Pan to be my first book in 2021. Your explanation of Mrs. Darling sold that book to me. Once I'm done with that book, I'm excited to listen to your review. ON A PERSONAL NOTE: I discovered you this year on quarentine. I'm glad I did. I'm inspired by your personality on how get your point across and your critical thinking. Have a great new year for you and your family.
“Their windows were open for every kid.” Merphy.... YOU ARE WENDY! As topsy turvey as Peter Pan is... look at your own name! Turn “M” and “p” upside down, and you almost have the spelling of “Wendy.” No wonder this story resonates with you: you and your parents lived out the lives of the Darlings without even knowing it!
Oh, my! I decided to read this book because of you, also, so I could watch this video after all. My partner says that I love children's books and Fairytales because I'm a child who needs pampering, but he also tells me that I've a motherly side which I don't show often but comes up without even trying. I think there's a part of me that agrees to both of his statements. I knew I wanted to re-read it a dozen times, but I think I'll get it better when I'm a mom someday. If ever.
Merphy, Next Thursday I have my first rehearsals for our local production of Peter Pan! Last month we had Auditions and I auditioned for Wendy... and I got it! I’m so excited! Peter Pan is such a good story!✨✨✨
This outpouring is so sweet and genuine, it's wonderful. It's not a review or a vlog, it's just Merphy being a genuinely positive human being and that's great.
I am not a mother, but becoming one someday is one of the deepest desires of my heart. Adoption is incredibly close to me as well. I read this book as a young kid, every theme completely flying over my head. A reread and annotation is most certainly due. I wept along with you, Merphy, and I appreciate what you brought to this story through this review so, so much.❤️
Merph, who cut 1-million onions are rubbed them on my eyeballs!? HAHA Seeing how much this book affected you was so heart-warming and heartbreaking. Perhaps that's what we all need after 2020 - a good heart-filling cry. I think Peter Pan resonates with you so much; because you have the same unconditionally-welcoming heart as the Darlings. I've never actually red Peter Pan, but I may have to add it to my TBFR for 2021. Thank you for sharing this! Much respect from Scotland!
My parents were exactly like your parents we had lots of kids from other families in our home, mainly my brothers friends but it was really something when these kid grew up and my parents whom they referred to as their 2nd mom and dad, had invited my parents to their graduations, weddings, their own children's birthday parties, ect. It was really something that parents became like foster/adopted parents to them in their time of need and they never forgot it and continued to show appreciation for them, even they were grown with kids of their own. Even as adults they knew as long as my parents were alive they would always have a place to call home if they ever needed it.
I grew up in a foster home. I was the strange case that move into a foster home at 10 and stayed until adulthood (and then a little beyond). To this day they are still my parents and my kids are their grand kids. The way that the Darlings accepted the lost boys remind me of my parents, who, just as they were preparing for an empty nest, upended their lives to take in this obnoxious, kinda messed up 10 year old and taught him how to be a man.
Hello, Merphy! I just wanted to tell you that I discovered your channel a few days ago and I'm LOVING your content. I've already watched tooons of your videos. The thing is that I just got started reading in a more serious manner, and I was looking for youtube channels related to literature and I fell in love with yours and Daniel's. Keep up the amazing work! And btw, I literally plain cried during the last 5 or so minutes of this video. I'm definitely checking Peter Pan soon! Take care!
I finally read this book after watching you talk about it in a lot of videos. And I loved it dearly, thanks for introducing me to this beautiful book :) You made me cry too, I feel you!
I‘m not really that into Peter Pan, but every different version of him and or his story I just seem to enjoy every time. It really is something magical with this character. I could not decide which is my favorite after the original story, but the play „Peter and the Starcatcher“ is one of my favorites by far
Omg I almost started crying. Thank you so much for posting this video! This really spoke to me as a Peter Pan fan! In many ways this video brought up points that I had never thought about, so thanks! 😊
Hi Merphy, long time fan and don't know how I missed this video when you put it up. Absolutely beautiful explanation and interpretation of this wonderful book, highlighting aspects I'd barely even considered before. Such as your strong emphasis on the Darling parents. One thing I always got from the book was the dichotomy between Peter and Hook, one almost representing some of the negative qualities of childhood; the thought of every thing as a game, the complete whimsy, forgetfulness, quick to change emotion, sense of immortality and superiority etc, while Hook seems to be everything wrong with adulthood; greed, eager to cause pain, unforgiving, ruthless, vile, angry at the world in general, bitter and of course fearful of time passing. I've always loved the way both characters are so different but do share some similarities at the same time.
I loved this gush so much Murphy ❤️ I would be so SO interested to see a video of you digging deeper into meanings behind specific sentences and parallels and metaphors in the book - my brain can only figure out tiny bits of it I’m sure! One of my favourite videos on your channel is your analysis of Snape because it was so in-depth and thought provoking and I would love to see something similar for Peter Pan!
I grew up loving this story so much, because my older sister loved it. It was one of the storys she used to read me. I didn't think about it some time, but when I found your channel it brpught me right back there. Peter Pan is one of the few books I read in english as well as german (my first language).
Murph.... that’s why I give to your Patreon... you can’t get this from New York Times.. I trust my book tubers and have never been let down. Happy new year and thanks for all the wonderful worlds you have guided us to
Last year I read Peter Pan for my English Literature class in university. And the part where the Darlings adopt the lost boys hit close to home in certain ways for me. I'm have a condition where I'm not able to have sex nor have children, but I do hope one day be able to adopt a child someday. I only recently subscribed to Merphy's channel, and heard from previous videos that she will be adopting a child. It made me happy knowing that she would open a window for a child. You're amazing, Merphy!
Hey Merphy - your love and mentions ant talks of Peter Pan are what got me to read it too and I’m so glad I did. It surprised me and I loved the whimsy and darkness. Love this video by the way - if I hadn’t already read it, this video would make me want to read it for sure ☺️
This was amazing, we should do this definitely again. I am a non native speaker and I had a lot of issues understanding all the things. This helped tremendously understanding the book. So I can't wait for the reread. Also I was super touched. It breaks my heart that it made you cry, even when it's kind of good and happy tears. But it must have taken so much out of you to film this video. Well done I wish you a wonderful new exciting year 🎉 lots of new books to discover and adventures to live through with you kids (I think you mentioned the adoption will happen in 2021) 💫
Merphy! Your passion is the only thing since The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse to make me ugly cry before 10am, sooooooo congrats haha. And Happy New Year!
Did not expect to start crying while watching this, but I guess I should have seen it coming. Loved hearing your thoughts about this book since I’ve heard you mention it so many times ❤️
The reason why the think death scene is weird in the book is because it was originally written as a play. At that point in the play, Peter would have called out to the audience and had them clap for think and ask they clapped, she would live
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Honestly the fact a timeless children’s classic is your favourite book just makes my heart so so happy
Not me crying over my coffee because Merph is so passionate about Peter Pan
I must have watched this much later in the day because it's also not me crying over my bourbon for the same reason
legit, me right now
When I saw a revival of Peter Pan on Broadway, Tinker Bell's death scene moved a toddler to call out so loudly the show stopped momentarily and then the theatre erupted with applause.
I just got chills, woah.
Woah! That made my day.
Wow.
Merphy is tearing up when talking about the theme of motherhood and adopting the lost boys. Without knowing anything about her, you know she's a loving mother
And knowing that she and her husband are in the midst of the adoption process just makes it that much more emotional!
Yes, definitely! I can definitely tell that while watching this video!
This book is personal to her.
I love to see how passionate you are about this book. It's one of my favourite children's books too ^^.
The part you mentioned where Tinker Bell takes the poison and Peter Pan asks the children of the world to believe in fairies is because Peter Pan was originally a play. It was performed in theatres before becoming a novel so some aspects of the play may have permeated into the novel.
My grandmother died earlier this year and on clearing her house one of the things I chose to keep was her 1931 edition of Peter Pan which she was given brand new as a child. I reread it again and I will always treasure it.
22:56 Taht scene makes sense only in the play. In it Peter asks kids in the audience "Do you belive in faires?", and then kids are clapping. But in the book... that's just silly.
Oh, Merphy. I can feel your emotion and you trying to keep yourself together during this beautiful review and insight into your world, thank you. I’m estranged from my father, through his choosing, and so I identify with Peter when his parents closed the windows on him. When I read Peter Pan recently, for me it was about loss... and a stolen childhood. Even though he ‘chooses’ to stay in his childhood, in a way he doesn’t choose it, he is fixed in it. And we see this because he does have emotional intelligence, and that he does have parts of him that are grown up. But we see him purposely push boundaries and hold people afar. It’s painful x
Knew nothing about Peter Pan aside from the Disney animated version (and even that I don't remember much). Went straight to the library and requested it. I love that you're so passionate about it!
What a perfect way to end the year by talking about Merphy's most loved book :)
As someone who hasn't read peter pan but wants to know what happens without actually reading it...this video is much appreciated
Change my mind...I'll read it
I’ve read Peter Pan twice over the past 15 years and I’m reading it for a 3rd time now. It’s always been my favorite book. The last chapter always has me in tears. It’s such a beautiful story with so much symbolism and adore the way it’s written. Absolute magic. It was a saving grace for me during a very depressing period of my teenage years. I was on medication and in therapy and related to the fears of adulthood and becoming a grownup. Peter Pan helped me dissect and process all the emotions of that time in my life in a way I’m forever grateful for. ❤ 🥹
I loved seeing your heart and emotion in talking about this story. I've never read the book, now I want to. I'm also a mother who's "window" has always been open, even though my kids are all grown now.
Peter Pan was the first book I read with my mom. Years later it was the first audiobook I finished (before that I didn't have the patience). Thank you so much for the review. It's very emotional and I was really looking forward a detailed review by somebody who really loves the story. Great way to finish the year! Thank you!
9.30 TO 9:37.. TBH, I'm actually starting to love this guy just hearing you talk about him.. there's a grin on my face which I can't wipe off.
I didn't start this video realising that I would be empathy weeping with Merphy by the end of it 😂. Your love for this story makes me love it even more ❤ Thanks for all your videos this year Merphy!
Her enthusiasm for Peter Pan explains the unexpected enthusiasm for One Piece, at least for me.
❤WOW! Your heart felt description of why you love the story of Peter Pan was extremely moving and tearjerking. 😢 I feel your heart and feel the same way about all children whether they’re my flesh and blood or not.❤
You’ll never believe why I’m even here watching this, though. Representing myself in my own divorce trial, I was advised to have a theme for the marriage. I was married to someone named Peter and having only seen the children’s movie once 30+ years ago, I had to be reminded of what the story was about to see if the comparison would fit.
It turns out that in someways the comparison is very good and I will use it in my divorce trial as an example of what went wrong in the marriage. The ironic thing is that he is now living with a woman named Wendy! I don’t know her, but she apparently is taking care of him. How poetic. I hope they’re happy. I am happy to get back to a more responsible life! 😊
Peter’s entire character is consistent of a child. From going back and forth with his emotions along as his forgetfulness is exactly who I was as a boy.
Merphy has finally convinced me to read Peter Pan. I’m planning on it being one of my first books for 2021 and I just know it’s going to be good. I discovered Merphy this year during quarantine and it is one of the best things that has ever happened to me. The way she speaks and articulates her thoughts is amazing. Also, as a writer, the Dear Authors series has helped me with my writing so much. So, thank you so much Merphy.
Happy New Year 2021, everyone! Hope next year will be better then this one. Have a great year everyone ❤️
How was the book?😊
One of my favorite stories of all time
I know u will be a great mother as well Merph, thanks for this
Murphy: "I could dig into this deeper...."
Us: *gets excited*
Murphy: "...but I won't."
I'm glad that this is Merphy's last video in 2020.
This book hits you on the mother's love part, Merphy. But this book hits me so much at that scene in Marooner's Rock when he acts "fair" to Hook, when he keeps his purehearted fair soul to the fight. Then he was heartbroken then he forgets it. It hits me that growing up means to learn from hardships and heartbreak and because Peter always forgets things even forgets tragedies, he never grow up. This hit me so much and after THAT ending when out little Peter is left out, oh no, I'm hurt. I had a book hangover with this for a whole week when Peter keeps showing up in my head. Hooh nice work Merphy, love this video so much
I can feel you Merph....Now I am crying after seeing you crying 🥺 I have the book " Peter Pan" but I didn't Start yet....will definitely give a shot now ❤️🌸🦋
I'm totally OBSESSED with the Story of Peter Pan since....forever i guess?😅
To see and hear someone that has (as it seems to me) the same absolutly love about this Book and the Characters is so heart warming to me! 🥺❤
Thank you very much for this Video. I enjoyed it very much😊🥰😇
First time ive cried watching a book review/discussion. And i wanna reread Peter Pan now
every time Merph talks about Tales of Ba Sing Se she starts to tear up a bit and that makes me tear up XD
Me too 🥺
You melted my heart with one simple note: "My windows will be open too"
Best way to end the year. Merphy discussing her fave book ever. I hope there will be tears.
I agree about the 'weird' sentences. Watching the Disney movie first wasn't the best idea. I mean, whenever Peter Pan was like, "Leave Hook to me so I can kill him" and then Wendy's siblings are like "O.K.!", I was just imagining it and.... As in, you come from a light hearted joke, and then Peter says something dark, and I just laugh out loud. Even the scene where Tinkerbell tries to murder Wendy...this book goes from 1 to 360 in a split second.
I also watched Disney adaptation I don't like that much it was okay but after this I think I need to read the book
I’ve never seen the disney version because it looked so cutesy. I didn’t grow up reading the book but I grew up watching the like 2005 live action version which I later found out is very book-accurate and I always knew this story should be a little more serious
Annnd I am crying. As a teacher I see many Lost children and I admire everyone who keeps their windows open for them.
I just stopped crying from Merphys reveiw then I find this comment and flood again
I really appreciate you sharing your gushing love for this book. I just started listening to the book for the first time and after watching this I know I will appreciate it more.
Oof you got me to cry too, and i don't even care about the book!
Just watching something hit someone else like some things hit me is.... well rough😭😢
I love your Infectious enthusiasm. I am an 60-year-old guy and feel the need to read this book now. I did not mean to watch the full video, but you captured my attention.
I just ordered a very beautiful little edition from Flametree Publishing.
By the way, your presentation is very good, very lively, very engaging. If you were a teacher, you would get all the kids into reading.
Please do another video where you really dive into why you love Peter Pan! I could listen to you talk about this for hours.
Hey Merphy, that was amazing, I've never read the book, I've only ever watched the Disney cartoon and the Robin Williams film Hook, both of which were amazing, but you have given me a much deeper appreciation for Peter and the entire story, so thank you.
You mention that nobody wants to hear a deep dive on Peter's issues, but as a possible video idea for the future, I personally would love if you made deep dives on individual characters, examining their motivations, psychology, relationships etc. I'd be really interested in seeing that.
The clapping thing is from the play, which came before the novel.
Peter Pan is the first book I've read in 2021 and all credit goes to you Merphy. Thank you for loving this book, for it was your love for it that got me to read it. It was a wonderful read to start the year with.
I read it a couple month ago because of you I think. And I truly loved it so much, I’d recommand it to everyone
Awww..you are so sweet...love this video... I felt your joy and sadness.... Fav video ever...I'm gonna buy the book today...I've always loved the Disney version
First- way to make me cry. Being there for every kid- I feel that too. Every time I come across a youtuber with that love I immediately feel a connection. I knew I liked you for a reason. Second- this "rant" sounds like me when my friends let me go on about The Secret Garden. Including the crying, lol.
wow... Peter Pan sounds like me. I've never had a desire to read Peter Pan until now because I've only known Disney's Peter Pan. Also, I didn't realize that classic Star Trek quote is FROM Peter Pan. Granted he's a little more extreme than me in some respects like with the darker stuff but I identify with so much of what you said, a dedication to fun, taking care of people, expecting others to treat someone right, talking smack when the odds are against you... Peter Pan is officially on my must-read list. Thank you.
And HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
I just finished the book and cried my heart out at the ending and now I’m crying again because of you and how passionate you are about this and how personal this story is to you and this kind of moment is exactly why I love reading and books
I read this book because you mentioned it multiple times on your channel on a bus ride to another city and I cried so hard. I also cried watching your video. This was truly a great review.
I cried watching this review! I have no idea how you were able to put into words exactly why I love this book. I also grew up in a "Darling" home where our window was always open. It resonates with me on a level that I can't express in words and yet I could talk for hours about this book. I love it so dearly, it's like a piece of my soul.
I've always loved Peter Pan but has never read the book until now and I just found your video and I loved also all the symbolism you talk about I would love a more in depth analysis! This has become also one of my favorite books!
My roommate got me Peter Pan sophomore year of college and I finally read it a year afterwards. I need to go back and reread it cause there was a lot I was confused on or didn’t hold my attention, but Peter Pan has always been a character and story I’ve loved. Mainly because of the Disney movie. I wanted to go to Neverland as a kid, fly around with Tinkerbell, and explore the island with Wendy and Peter. Peter and Robin Hood were always my two favorite fairy tale characters and I always love to hear renditions about their worlds.
Brilliant review, MN. Your deep and advanced soul shines through your presentations. God bless you and your family.
I think this is the most expected video of hers. We will finally know why she loves this book so much !!
I would have hoped to talked about about the pirates (my favourite part) and yes, this is my favourite book. I have several copies.
i have this book but haven't read it in a couple years, i will have to read it again. I do remember being surprised at how much whimsy is in the book that isn't in the disney cartoon, like when it talks about Mrs Darling going through her childrens minds at night and sorting their thoughts, like it was a filing cabinet or something
I relate to you sooo much on Peter Pan. Have loved the story for as long as I can remember because it just touches me so much in a way I know it wouldn’t everybody else.
Thank you so much for this video. I just finished reading Peter Pan and knew I had to watch this video right after.
Not me tearing up but wanting a part 2 of this 😂😂
I feel Peter Pan is a story that people who grew up with that kind of family environment, will hold so dearly in their hearts. It's both tragic and sad, but incredibly joyful and fun, like the two faces of a mother's selfless love.
I was crying with you at the end of this video. I havent read the book but grew up with the Disney movie. Now I want to read the book!
I've delayed this enough, Peter Pan shall be my first read of 2021.
Feliz año nuevo ❤️ I've been reading so much more thanks to you, and I'm very grateful ☺️ your passion for books and stories is contagious.
Peter pan video, awesome, been waiting for this one.
I've had this saved in my "Watch Later" playlist for a year and a half. I'd just bought the book after hearing Murphy gush about it. I recently finished, and finally got around to watching this video. I can't say I have the same fondness of the book as you, but this video was still very heartwarming.
Listening to you share about how impactful and resonate this story is for you nearly brought tears to my eyes while listening to it at work. Thank you for sharing this with us. Thank you for sharing your heart with us! I hope you and your family are happy and healthy and well and continue to be in the new year!
Ahhh I love this book !!! I read it a lot as a kid. I got that one at Barnes and Nobles and I enjoyed every page
I love the reason why you love peter pan. Your parents are awesome people. And you too,
Never would've expected you to love Peter of all characters but hearing your story is very powerful and makes sense why it's such a meaningful story for you. I can already tell who's One Piece back story is your favorite lol. Shoutouts to Mama Merph
Thanks for showing us part of your heart, Merphy.
I never believed in santa or the tooth fairy as a child but what I did believe in was Peter Pan! I will always have a part of my heart witch is devoted to Peter! This video made me love him even more! Thank you ❤️
❤amo tanto também
I read this book after seeing a video of you mentioning it as one of your favorites this weekend. While I did not enjoy this book as much as you and others; I do see the points you made and why most would really enjoy this book.
Your parents are amazing people!
Thank you so much for sharing this, Merphy. Though for different reasons, Peter Pan has meant so much to me throughout my life, so to see you share how deep of a love for this story you have...it really has deepened my own love and given me a far greater appreciation for the story, one I take to heart and will have in my heart the next time I read it.
I absolutely love Peter Pan and continue to collect different copies of it. Peter Pan and The Little Prince are book I will always cherish
Little Prince is awesome
Love book Peter pan ❤
Peter pan is tied with lotr for my favorite book. I recently rediscovered it as an adult and the wit and wordplay were so creative and lovely. Especially the last line
when i was little i was completely in love with peter pan. like i wore blue nightgowns to bed, left my window open for him, i’d keep thimbles and a sewing kit in my room just in case hahaha, i wanted to go to neverland and be wendy so much!! peter pan is still one of my favorite books of all time, it just captures what it is to be a child so beautifully❤️
That edition is perfect to pass onto kids, it’s so adorable and flexible 😊 I loved hearing you dig into this book!
I love Peter Pan! Tink sacrificing herself for Peter and the power of belief bringing her back is my favorite part! I got to be Tink in a stage production and that scene was very fun to act. So I am a Tink stan, but performing that scene made me think a lot about her motivations and it's deeper meaning with regards to Peter and Tink's relationship. Tink is so much like Peter in that she can be jealous and murderous one moment towards Wendy and self sacrificing the next for Peter because she knows he would do the same for her. Peter is very chivalrous, but here the female character gets to rescue him. They are the best of friends! And with Peter's mother issues you could say Tink has taken it upon herself to be his ultimate protector. All the other "Wendy's" in his life will grow up and eventually leave Peter just like his own mother did, but Tink's love for him is eternal. She is his family! Not to mention deeper questions the scene raises about the relation between belief and youth vs aging and cynicism. What must it be like for Tink to know her continued existence and that of all her people depends on the power of faith? Peter's belief in her it literally keeping her alive! It's beautiful! It was lovely to hear you talk about your favorite book! If you ever have a chance to see the ballet version of Peter Pan, I highly recommend it. It would also be great to hear you review any fantasy books that are a variation on Peter Pan like Straight on Til Morning from the Disney Twisted Tales series or Peter Pan Trilogy by Dave Berry and Ridley Pearson.
I can tell that this story has a lot more meaning to you as someone adopting. Happy New Year! I’m so happy to have found this channel this year.
I'm planning Peter Pan to be my first book in 2021. Your explanation of Mrs. Darling sold that book to me. Once I'm done with that book, I'm excited to listen to your review.
ON A PERSONAL NOTE:
I discovered you this year on quarentine. I'm glad I did. I'm inspired by your personality on how get your point across and your critical thinking. Have a great new year for you and your family.
thank you so much! And I hope you enjoy Peter Pan when you read it
@@merphynapier42who will make a perfect Captain Hook in Peter Pan Luke Evans
i loved the movie as a child, never thought about reading it but you have convinced me ✨ this will be the first thing i'll read in 2021! 😊
“Their windows were open for every kid.” Merphy.... YOU ARE WENDY! As topsy turvey as Peter Pan is... look at your own name! Turn “M” and “p” upside down, and you almost have the spelling of “Wendy.” No wonder this story resonates with you: you and your parents lived out the lives of the Darlings without even knowing it!
Omg ,i was like werbhy ??😂😂
@@danah9668 Eggssaktally!!
you might be putting a little too much thought into it but Yeah I like this reason more than merphy's video. 😁😀
@@atharvadeshpande4749 I'm always being accused of that..."making things of things." Perhaps I should write a book about it...!
Werdhy
Oh, my! I decided to read this book because of you, also, so I could watch this video after all. My partner says that I love children's books and Fairytales because I'm a child who needs pampering, but he also tells me that I've a motherly side which I don't show often but comes up without even trying. I think there's a part of me that agrees to both of his statements. I knew I wanted to re-read it a dozen times, but I think I'll get it better when I'm a mom someday. If ever.
Merphy, Next Thursday I have my first rehearsals for our local production of Peter Pan! Last month we had Auditions and I auditioned for Wendy... and I got it!
I’m so excited! Peter Pan is such a good story!✨✨✨
This outpouring is so sweet and genuine, it's wonderful. It's not a review or a vlog, it's just Merphy being a genuinely positive human being and that's great.
I am not a mother, but becoming one someday is one of the deepest desires of my heart. Adoption is incredibly close to me as well. I read this book as a young kid, every theme completely flying over my head. A reread and annotation is most certainly due. I wept along with you, Merphy, and I appreciate what you brought to this story through this review so, so much.❤️
Merph, who cut 1-million onions are rubbed them on my eyeballs!? HAHA
Seeing how much this book affected you was so heart-warming and heartbreaking.
Perhaps that's what we all need after 2020 - a good heart-filling cry.
I think Peter Pan resonates with you so much; because you have the same unconditionally-welcoming heart as the Darlings.
I've never actually red Peter Pan, but I may have to add it to my TBFR for 2021.
Thank you for sharing this! Much respect from Scotland!
My parents were exactly like your parents we had lots of kids from other families in our home, mainly my brothers friends but it was really something when these kid grew up and my parents whom they referred to as their 2nd mom and dad, had invited my parents to their graduations, weddings, their own children's birthday parties, ect. It was really something that parents became like foster/adopted parents to them in their time of need and they never forgot it and continued to show appreciation for them, even they were grown with kids of their own. Even as adults they knew as long as my parents were alive they would always have a place to call home if they ever needed it.
I grew up in a foster home. I was the strange case that move into a foster home at 10 and stayed until adulthood (and then a little beyond). To this day they are still my parents and my kids are their grand kids. The way that the Darlings accepted the lost boys remind me of my parents, who, just as they were preparing for an empty nest, upended their lives to take in this obnoxious, kinda messed up 10 year old and taught him how to be a man.
Hello, Merphy! I just wanted to tell you that I discovered your channel a few days ago and I'm LOVING your content. I've already watched tooons of your videos. The thing is that I just got started reading in a more serious manner, and I was looking for youtube channels related to literature and I fell in love with yours and Daniel's. Keep up the amazing work! And btw, I literally plain cried during the last 5 or so minutes of this video. I'm definitely checking Peter Pan soon! Take care!
I finally read this book after watching you talk about it in a lot of videos. And I loved it dearly, thanks for introducing me to this beautiful book :)
You made me cry too, I feel you!
I‘m not really that into Peter Pan, but every different version of him and or his story I just seem to enjoy every time. It really is something magical with this character. I could not decide which is my favorite after the original story, but the play „Peter and the Starcatcher“ is one of my favorites by far
This is the first time a book review has made me cry. Wow your passion for this book is wonderful.
Omg I almost started crying. Thank you so much for posting this video! This really spoke to me as a Peter Pan fan! In many ways this video brought up points that I had never thought about, so thanks! 😊
Hi Merphy, long time fan and don't know how I missed this video when you put it up. Absolutely beautiful explanation and interpretation of this wonderful book, highlighting aspects I'd barely even considered before. Such as your strong emphasis on the Darling parents. One thing I always got from the book was the dichotomy between Peter and Hook, one almost representing some of the negative qualities of childhood; the thought of every thing as a game, the complete whimsy, forgetfulness, quick to change emotion, sense of immortality and superiority etc, while Hook seems to be everything wrong with adulthood; greed, eager to cause pain, unforgiving, ruthless, vile, angry at the world in general, bitter and of course fearful of time passing. I've always loved the way both characters are so different but do share some similarities at the same time.
You had my crying by the end of the video , I love that you love Peter Pan
I loved this gush so much Murphy ❤️ I would be so SO interested to see a video of you digging deeper into meanings behind specific sentences and parallels and metaphors in the book - my brain can only figure out tiny bits of it I’m sure! One of my favourite videos on your channel is your analysis of Snape because it was so in-depth and thought provoking and I would love to see something similar for Peter Pan!
(The book, not just the character)
AHHHHHH!!! My favorite booktuber talking about one of my favorite books!!!!!
I grew up loving this story so much, because my older sister loved it. It was one of the storys she used to read me. I didn't think about it some time, but when I found your channel it brpught me right back there. Peter Pan is one of the few books I read in english as well as german (my first language).
Murph.... that’s why I give to your Patreon... you can’t get this from New York Times.. I trust my book tubers and have never been let down. Happy new year and thanks for all the wonderful worlds you have guided us to
Last year I read Peter Pan for my English Literature class in university. And the part where the Darlings adopt the lost boys hit close to home in certain ways for me. I'm have a condition where I'm not able to have sex nor have children, but I do hope one day be able to adopt a child someday. I only recently subscribed to Merphy's channel, and heard from previous videos that she will be adopting a child. It made me happy knowing that she would open a window for a child. You're amazing, Merphy!
I love Peter Pan too 💛💛
Hey Merphy - your love and mentions ant talks of Peter Pan are what got me to read it too and I’m so glad I did. It surprised me and I loved the whimsy and darkness. Love this video by the way - if I hadn’t already read it, this video would make me want to read it for sure ☺️
This was amazing, we should do this definitely again.
I am a non native speaker and I had a lot of issues understanding all the things. This helped tremendously understanding the book. So I can't wait for the reread.
Also I was super touched. It breaks my heart that it made you cry, even when it's kind of good and happy tears. But it must have taken so much out of you to film this video. Well done
I wish you a wonderful new exciting year 🎉 lots of new books to discover and adventures to live through with you kids (I think you mentioned the adoption will happen in 2021) 💫
Merphy! Your passion is the only thing since The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse to make me ugly cry before 10am, sooooooo congrats haha. And Happy New Year!
Ooo I loved that book so much
Oh Merphy, I haven't read Peter Pan, but hearing you discuss it, and being a mum. You made me cry man. I need to read this so much
Did not expect to start crying while watching this, but I guess I should have seen it coming. Loved hearing your thoughts about this book since I’ve heard you mention it so many times ❤️
The reason why the think death scene is weird in the book is because it was originally written as a play. At that point in the play, Peter would have called out to the audience and had them clap for think and ask they clapped, she would live