Unconventional Narrative Structure and The Problem of Latency Phase in Peter Pan Novel

PurposeThis research aimed to explain the human’s latency phase through child characters in Peter Pan novel and its relation unconventional narrative structure. MethodThe was qualitative using a descriptive case design. The novel’s intrinsic elements were analyzed see complexity of this children's literature that led analysis make-believe play. made uses Sigmund Freud’s concept psychosexual personality development. Results/FindingsThis found came from structure such as layered sub-plots, unique settings, with complex personalities uncommon children’s literature. It then further children who processing their activities. Focusing on captain father Wendy mother, all roles manifested wishes desires. ConclusionThe concluded unique, inconsistent, illogical points could be explained story’s issue about phase, which shows despite status