Named after the world famous play Peter Pan, written by Sir James M. Barrie (1860–1937) and later adapted into an animated film by Walt Disney {see planet  (4017)}. “Never Land” is a fantastic island floating among stars, where Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, and many others dwell. “Peter Pan” has enthralled generations of children and the young at heart throughout the world. (M 22509) _ _.