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Date of birth
James Matthew Barrie was born on May 9th 1860 in the untied kingdom. -
Fun fact
Barrie was the ninth son of Margaret Ogilvy and David Barrie, who was a weaver. -
Death
When he was just 6 years old his older brother passed away. -
Nephew death
His nephew later dies in Jan 29 1867 -
Graduated school
On April 21, 1882, Barrie graduated from the University of Edinburgh. -
Moved
He was born and educated in Scotland and then moved to London, where he wrote several successful novels and plays. -
Fun fact
he used to order Brussels sprouts every day for lunch purely because he enjoyed saying the words -
His first successful book
His first successful book, Auld Licht Idylls 1888 contained sketches of life in Kirriemuir, and the stories in A Window in Thurms 1889 continued to explore that setting. -
First published novel
Barrie was able to publish his first novel in 1888. -
Marriage
Barrie’s marriage in 1894 to the actress Mary Ansell was childless and apparently unconsummated. -
Mother death
His mother later dies in September 3rd 1895. -
First produced
The play Peter Pan or The Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Up was first produced in December 1904. -
Divorce
His marriage ended in divorce in April 1910. -
Known for
James Matthew Barrie Scottish dramatist and novelist who is best known as the creator of Peter Pan, the boy who refused to grow up. -
First award
Barrie was created a baronet in 1913 and was awarded the Order of Merit in 1922. -
President
He also became President of the Society of Authors in 1928 -
Final play
Barrie’s final play was released in 1936, and it was entitled The Boy David. -
May 25 1937
From 1930 to 1937, Barrie served as Chancellor of the University of Edinburgh.