Tarzan of the Apes by Edgar Rice Burroughs

This novel follows the story of a young boy raised by apes in the African jungle after his aristocratic parents are marooned and later perish. He grows up learning the laws of the jungle and the ways of the wild, eventually becoming the leader of his ape tribe. His life takes a turn when he encounters other humans, particularly a young woman, which leads him to grapple with his dual nature as both man and beast. The book explores themes of identity, civilization versus nature, and the concept of the "noble savage."

The 277th greatest book of all time


Published
1912
Nationality
American
Type
Fiction
Pages
200-400
Words
70,000
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
None

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