Peter is one of the main characters in the novel "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" by C.S. Lewis. He is introduced as the eldest of the four Pevensie siblings who stumble upon the magical world of Narnia through a wardrobe. Peter is portrayed as a responsible, brave, and protective character throughout the story. As the oldest sibling, he assumes the role of a leader and takes charge of his younger siblings.
As the oldest sibling, he assumes the role of a leader and takes charge of his younger siblings. Peter demonstrates his bravery by facing various dangers and challenges in Narnia, including battles against the White Witch and her minions. Despite his initial fear and uncertainty, Peter grows into a confident and resourceful leader as he embraces his role as the High King of Narnia.
Searching for Nightfall in Renland
"Our arrival, aboard our yacht, before the walls of Renland left us speechless. Imagine if you could sail to Yosemite Valley, amidst an array of glaciers, the ocean flirting with the foot of the rocky slopes. Before our very eyes there were more [unclimbed] rock faces than we could ever climb, even if we stayed there for the rest of our lives."
That's how French alpinist Philippe Batoux described his first impression of Renland, a peninsula on the east coast of Greenland, when he and climbing partner Enzo Oddo arrived by sailboat in the summer of 2015. Renland was just one part of their summer spent exploring the largest fjord in the world, Scoresby Sund.
advertisementEnzo Oddo (left) and Philippe Batoux relax at a bivouac. [Photo] Philippe Batoux
In recent years, this area on the southeastern coast of Greenland has become a popular target for climbers from continental Europe, notably Swiss, French, Italian, British and Danish climbers. One noteworthy visit was a 2007 expedition by the West Lancashire County Scouts (UK), who managed to climb 32 unclimbed mountains during their 29-day stay.
This trip marked Batoux and Oddo's first visit to the area. Batoux and Oddo's first objective was Grundtvigskirken (1977m), a magnificent needle looming above Nordvest Fjord—which separates Milne Land (an island in Scoresby Sund) from Renland—with a 1200-meter east face. The Italian-Swiss team of Thomas Ulrich, Roger Schali, Simon Gietl and Daniel Kopp climbed the 40-pitch route Eventyr (7a+) up the central pillar of the east face in 2010. Batoux and Oddo attempted a line on the wall right of the pillar but after three pitches reached a brittle rock interspersed with sections of smooth granite too compact for hooking.
They then tried a dihedral system near the central pillar, which seemed to join clean-looking crack systems above. After six pitches, they connected to the Italian-Swiss route. The weather changed, and after a second bivouac, Batoux and Oddo climbed what Batoux called "a genuine waterfall." After ascending to within 150 meters of the summit, the bad weather got the best of the pair and they retreated "exceedingly disappointed" down the wall.
(Top) Batoux climbs the second pitch, a perfect 7a dihedral, of Midnight Rainbow. [Photo] Enzo Oddo (Bottom) Oddo "searching for the best way," said Batoux, up water-soaked and tricky ground on Grundtvigskirken. [Photo] Philippe Batoux
Batoux and Oddo then crossed the Edward Bayley Glacier hoping to climb the Shark's Tooth (1555m), a jutting granite shield first ascended in 2011 up its northwest ridge by Alexander Ruchkin from Russia and Mikhail Mikhailov from Kyrgyzstan. The Shark's Tooth has since seen a handful of other ascents, including the new route The Great Shark Hunt (5.12c, 900m) by a three-man Swiss-Italian team in 2014.
[For more info on the 2011 ascent, read Russians Climb Shark's Tooth. Ruchkin died on Huandoy Sur in Peru's Cordillera Blanca in September this year. Read The Great Shark Hunt—Free Climbing Greenland's Scoresby Sund—Ed.]
When they reached the Shark's Tooth, they changed plans and decided to climb a more modest 400-meter pillar above their camp. Batoux described it as, "A magnificent [unnamed] needle with a superb wall with huge dihedrals at its base [that] drew our attention."
The two climbers started up the needle, climbing excellent pitches up a "magical dihedral." More climbing led to a sandy chimney, then over an exposed roof and up jam cracks. Only a few pitches required aid moves with skyhooks and copperheads.
After waiting out a storm, the pair reached the summit, calling their new route Midnight Rainbow (7a), and then descended to a waiting yacht. The pair headed south and at latitude 68 degrees saw the sun set for the first time in six weeks. Nightfall was back.
Midnight Rainbow (7a) on an unnamed spire near Shark's Tooth. [Photo] Philippe Batoux
[Grundtvigskirche, Grundtvigskirken ("Grundtvig's Church") has many different spellings—Ed.]
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He starts to make wise decisions and gains the respect and loyalty of the Narnian creatures, who see him as their rightful king. Throughout his journey in Narnia, Peter shows a strong sense of justice and a willingness to protect those who are vulnerable. He becomes a champion for the oppressed and leads the Narnians in their fight against the tyrannical rule of the White Witch. Peter's character development also exemplifies themes of courage, loyalty, and selflessness. He puts the needs of others before his own and is willing to sacrifice himself for the greater good. Peter's unwavering loyalty to his siblings and his commitment to fulfilling his duty as the High King make him a beloved character in the story. In conclusion, Peter's character in "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" is defined by his bravery, leadership, and selflessness. His journey in Narnia transforms him from a scared and uncertain boy into a confident and noble king. Through his actions, Peter embodies the qualities of a true hero and leaves a lasting impact on both his siblings and the readers of the novel..
Reviews for "Peter's Relationships with His Siblings in "The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe"
1. Samantha - 2 stars - I was sorely disappointed with Peter's character in "The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe." He came across as bossy and domineering, always trying to control his siblings and act like the leader. I found his lack of empathy and understanding for his younger siblings irritating, especially when they needed support and guidance. Peter's actions often felt selfish and self-serving, which made it difficult for me to connect with his character. Overall, I was not a fan of Peter's portrayal in the story.
2. Mark - 1 star - Peter was the least likeable character for me in "The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe." He was constantly making reckless decisions without thinking about the consequences. His arrogance and superiority complex rubbed me the wrong way. Instead of being a strong leader, he often came across as rigid and inflexible. I couldn't find any redeeming qualities in Peter's character, and his lack of growth throughout the story was disappointing. I wish the character had been portrayed with more depth and nuance.
3. Laura - 3 stars - While I didn't hate Peter's character in "The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe," I found him to be a bit one-dimensional. He was constantly portrayed as the strong and brave leader, but I wanted to see more layers to his personality. Peter lacked complexity and his character arc felt predictable. Additionally, his interactions with the other characters seemed forced at times, making it difficult for me to fully invest in his journey. Overall, I found Peter to be a mediocre character in an otherwise enthralling story.