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Neverland [|Neverland Picture]
 * "Second to the Right and Straight on Till Morning"

__ What is the significance of Neverland? __ [|__http://www.jmbarrie.co.uk/msgbrd/index.php?topic=436.0__]
 * Neverland is a metaphor for eternal childishness, sometimes immortality, and an escape from reality. Neverland is found in the minds of children. It is said that a map of a child’s mind is the map of Neverland.
 * The battle between Peter and Captain Hook shows that in Neverland, the fun, adventurous, loving personality of a child will always win against the adult-like, harsh personality of Captain Hook.

__ Is it a utopian or dystopian world? __ [|__http://www.phrases.org.uk/meanings/never-never-land.html__]
 * Neverland is defined as a “Utopian dreamland”
 * There is adventure, excitement, imagination, freedom, love, and happiness. These are all qualities of a utopia.
 * A utopia is considered a "dreamland," which is definitely a quality of Neverland
 * People may argue that Neverland is a dystopia, because there are no rules and rivals are fighting against each other

__ Other Protagonists Who Reject Their Society: __

[|__http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032138/synopsis__]
 * Dorothy and the Characters of //The// // Wizard of Oz //
 * The Land of Oz is a utopian realm from //The Wizard of Oz//. In //The Wizard of Oz,// Dorothy “rejects her society” and is submerged into this new land. It is similar to Neverland in the sense that it can be anything you want it to be. It is an escape from the outside world and a child’s imaginary setting. "The Great and Powerful Oz" is said to be able to grant anyones desire’s. Even though the Emerald City is not what Dorothy and her friends expect it to be, she is still able to have her wishes granted of returning home. Although Peter Pan wished to remain in Neverland forever, Dorothy wanted to go back to Kansas.

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> [|__http://www.thelionscall.com/books-and-movies/articles/40-things-you-never-knew-about-narnia/__] [|Narnia Picture]
 * ** Characters of //The Chronicles of Narnia//
 * Narnia is a magical world where animals can talk, mythical beasts roam freely, and magic is common. Humans have to enter Narnia through a portal in the back of a wardrobe. It is similar to Neverland because, the inhabitants of Narnia act as a family, and live in this “world” where they can get away from our world. However, Narnia would not be considered a utopia. Similar to Wendy and her brothers, the protagonists of //The Chronicles of Narnia// escape their society to live in a different realm.

__ Famous People Who Reject Their Society: __ > : [|__http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTcmNdOxBD0__]
 * Justin Bieber
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 * Justin Bieber Picture
 * [|__http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity/justin-bieber-to-buy-michael-jackson8217s-neverland-ranch/story-e6frfmqi-1226695371613__]
 * Due to negative press, his management team wants him to live in a more remote part of California
 * “He has been accused of speeding, spitting in people's faces, being involved in fights and [|other raucous behavior.] ”
 * A source close to Justin said, "His team genuinely fears for him and wants him to calm down and be happy. They've found the ideal solution, which is to move him to a ranch, hours out of the city, where he won't be constantly hounded."
 * Michael Jackson, the celeb who bought Neverland in 1988 is Bieber’s longtime idol
 * He also told his bosses he wants to turn his late idol [Jackson]’s home back to the way it used to be
 * He is stuck in his adolescent mindsets and is failing to “grow up” and act like an adult


 * Mich ael Jackson
 * Michael Jackson Neverland
 * [|__http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/11/08/neverland-ranch-inside-michael-jacksons-home_n_1082061.html__]
 * Michael Jackson had “Peter Pan Syndrome” and never wanted to grow up.
 * Michael bought “Neverland” in 1988, located in Los Olivos, California
 * It has “rides, a zoo and a seemingly endless array of attractions that came from the mind of the pop star. From its iconic train to a carousel, ferris wheel and arcade, the ranch was a dream come true.”
 * The Neverland ranch comes directly from the childish mind of Michael Jackson and is designed as his utopian getaway from society, just like the book.

__ Real Life Neverland: __ Peter Pan's Neverland - Portadown, UK
 * [|__http://www.peter-pans.co.uk/__]
 * Neverland is an indoor play place for children. It includes jungle gyms, a sports court, a free fall drop slide, a king-size trampoline, and four party rooms. The facility is designed for birthday parties and other similar events.
 * It is similar to Neverland because it is a child's escape from reality to just play and go on any adventure they desire. Everything is exciting, enjoyable, and fun for all.

Prinsessegade Kindergarden and Youth Center – Copenhagen, Denmark


 * [|__http://architizer.com/blog/a-real-life-neverland-copenhagen-builds-a-city-for-kids/__]
 * It is a daycare/youth center, fully equipped with its very own neighborhoods, houses, public spaces, squares, parks, a stadium, a fire station, and more. “ With a small city at their fingertips, students will be given the ability to do absolutely anything. Provided with the necessary facilities and tools, children and young adults can organize concerts at city hall, curate specialty menus for the facility’s restaurant or be an all-star athlete in the stadium.”
 * The youth of Copenhagen can escape the real world and enter this city to be free to be whatever they want. This is very similar to Peter Pan's Neverland. They can play, explore, go on adventures, and more without the responsibilities of their real-world lives.

__Other Links: __

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 * Blog Post: Neverland vs. Wonderland of //Alice in Wonderland//

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 * Inside the Neverland Ranch: Today Show Video

[|http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1720619/]
 * About //Neverland (2011)// TV Series

@http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puer_aeternus
 * Puer Aeternus - Peter Pan syndrome