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John Darling

John Darling is a fictional character from J.M. Barrie's play and novel "Peter Pan." He is the middle child of the Darling family, known for his sensible and caring nature. Together with his siblings—Wendy and Michael—John travels to Neverland with Peter Pan, where they experience adventures with fairies, pirates, and Lost Boys. John's character represents childhood innocence and imagination, balancing adventure with a sense of responsibility. His role underscores themes of family, growth, and the tension between childhood dreams and the realities of growing up.