Madagascar - The Essential Guide is a complete guide to DreamWorks' big animated adventure of 2005. The film stars four zoo animals who have spent their lives in blissful captivity at Central Park Zoo in New York: Alex the Lion, the star of the zoo; Marty, a dreamy zebra; Gloria, a beautiful, smart, and independent hippo; and Melman, a hypochondriac giraffe. When the four friends are unexpectedly shipped to Africa and get shipwrecked on the exotic island of Madagascar, these native New Yorkers must try to survive and discover the true meaning of the phrase It's a jungle out there.
Character spreads focus on the heroes of the tale, while location spreads explore the key sites of the movie in greater detail. The Essential Guide is packed with fascinating facts about the island of Madagascar and its wildlife, as well as great artwork from the movie.