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Sentimental Tommy

Sentimental Tommy

By: J. M. Barrie
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J. M. Barrie, best known for his timeless classic Peter Pan, also gifted us with the poignant tale of Sentimental Tommy. This novel delves into the life of a young boy navigating the harsh realities of growing up in the slums of London at the twilight of the 19th century. Unlike Peter Pan, Tommy cannot escape the demands of adulthood, even as he grapples with his childhood dreams amidst the struggles of his environment. This semi-autobiographical narrative invites readers to explore the intersection of fantasy and reality in a boys formative years. - Summary by Stav Nisser.Copyright Kids Stories and Comedy Art Literary History & Criticism Science Social Sciences
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  • 37 - Chapter 37 THE END OF A BOYHOOD
    Dec 7 2025
    J. M. Barrie, best known for his timeless classic Peter Pan, also gifted us with the poignant tale of Sentimental Tommy. This novel delves into the life of a young boy navigating the harsh realities of growing up in the slums of London at the twilight of the 19th century. Unlike Peter Pan, Tommy cannot escape the demands of adulthood, even as he grapples with his childhood dreams amidst the struggles of his environment. This semi-autobiographical narrative invites readers to explore the intersection of fantasy and reality in a boys formative years. - Summary by Stav Nisser.
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    18 mins
  • 36 - Chapter 36 OF FOUR MINISTERS WHO AFTERWARDS BOASTED THAT THEY HAD KNOWN TOMMY
    Dec 6 2025
    J. M. Barrie, best known for his timeless classic Peter Pan, also gifted us with the poignant tale of Sentimental Tommy. This novel delves into the life of a young boy navigating the harsh realities of growing up in the slums of London at the twilight of the 19th century. Unlike Peter Pan, Tommy cannot escape the demands of adulthood, even as he grapples with his childhood dreams amidst the struggles of his environment. This semi-autobiographical narrative invites readers to explore the intersection of fantasy and reality in a boys formative years. - Summary by Stav Nisser.
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    28 mins
  • 35 - Chapter 35 THE BRANDING OF TOMMY
    Dec 5 2025
    J. M. Barrie, best known for his timeless classic Peter Pan, also gifted us with the poignant tale of Sentimental Tommy. This novel delves into the life of a young boy navigating the harsh realities of growing up in the slums of London at the twilight of the 19th century. Unlike Peter Pan, Tommy cannot escape the demands of adulthood, even as he grapples with his childhood dreams amidst the struggles of his environment. This semi-autobiographical narrative invites readers to explore the intersection of fantasy and reality in a boys formative years. - Summary by Stav Nisser.
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    25 mins
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