The One and Only Ivan
Inspired by a true story, this is the beautifully written tale of how a mighty gorilla wins his freedom. The book is a winning blend of humour and poignancy that will appeal to fans of Michael Morpurgo.
I AM IVAN.
I AM A GORILLA.
I'VE LEARNED NOT TO GET MY HOPES UP.
IVAN HAS LIVED IN A CAGE in a shopping mall for most of his life. He rarely misses the jungle. In fact, he hardly ever thinks about it. Then he meets Ruby, a baby elephant, who opens his eyes and shows him that there might be another way to live...