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The One and Only Ivan Katherine Applegate

The One and Only Ivan By Katherine Applegate

The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate


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Summary

Now a major motion picture available on Disney+!

Inspired by a true story, this is the beautifully written tale of how a mighty gorilla wins his freedom. A winning blend of humour and poignancy that will appeal to fans of Michael Morpurgo.

The One and Only Ivan Summary

The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate

Now a major motion picture available on Disney+!

Inspired by a true story, this is the beautifully written tale of how a mighty gorilla wins his freedom. A winning blend of humour and poignancy that will appeal to fans of Michael Morpurgo.

This #1 New York Times bestselling and Newbery Award-winning novel is coming to the big screen this summer, with a star-studded cast including Sam Rockwell, Angelina Jolie, Danny DeVito, Helen Mirren, Bryan Cranston, and more!

Ivan is an easy-going gorilla who has spent his life performing for the crowds at the Exit 8 shopping mall. He rarely misses life in the jungle. In fact, he hardly thinks about it at all. But everything changes when a baby elephant called Ruby arrives and Ivan realises he must find a new life for them both.

Told from Ivan's perspective, this is a stand-out novel with a pertinent message, ideal for readers of 9+.

The One and Only Ivan Reviews

Beautifully written, intelligent, and brave book ... Quite simply, this story is life-changing. - Patricia MacLachlan, Newbery Medalist

How Ivan confronts his harrowing past yet stays true to his nature exemplifies everything youngsters need to know about courage. - Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews

The characters will capture readers' hearts and never let go. A must-have. - Starred Review, School Library Journal

Discover an animal hero that will take his place with other courageous and beloved animals such as Babe, Mrs. Frisby, Charlotte and Wilbur. - Shelf Awareness

About Katherine Applegate

Katherine Applegate's many books include the Roscoe Riley Rules chapter book series, the picture book The Buffalo Storm, and the award-winning novel Home of the Brave. With her husband, Michael Grant, she wrote the hugely popular series Animorphs, which has sold more than 35 million copies worldwide.

Katherine was inspired to write The One and Only Ivan after reading about the true story of a captive gorilla known as Ivan, the Shopping Mall Gorilla. The real Ivan lived alone in a tiny cage for twenty-seven years at a shopping mall before being moved to Zoo Atlanta after a public outcry. He was a beloved celebrity at the zoo, which houses the nation's largest collection of western lowland gorillas. Ivan was well known for his paintings, which he signed with a thumbprint.

Katherine lives in California with her husband and two children.

Additional information

GOR011501379
9780008408367
000840836X
The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate
Used - Very Good
Paperback
HarperCollins Publishers
20200806
256
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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