The Evolution of Bruno Littlemore
The Evolution of Bruno Littlemore by Benjamin Hale is a reprint edition published by Grand Central Publishing on February 13, 2012. This 592-page novel presents the story of Bruno, a unique chimpanzee who possesses extraordinary abilities and self-awareness. Raised in a zoo, Bruno’s life changes when he comes under the care of Lydia Littlemore, a university primatologist who recognizes his talent for communication and art. As Bruno navigates his education and burgeoning creativity, he struggles with his primal instincts, leading to significant consequences for both him and Lydia.
Readers will find a narrative that explores the complexities of love, ambition, and the human experience through the lens of an unconventional relationship between a chimpanzee and his caretaker. The book delves into themes of identity and the emotional landscape of its characters, offering a thought-provoking perspective on what it means to be human. With its blend of humor and earnestness, The Evolution of Bruno Littlemore invites readers to reflect on the nature of connection and the challenges of self-discovery.
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Bruno Littlemore is quite unlike any chimpanzee in the world. Precocious, self-conscious and preternaturally gifted, young Bruno, born and raised in a habitat at the local zoo, falls under the care of a university primatologist named Lydia Littlemore. Learning of Bruno’s ability to speak, Lydia takes Bruno into her home to oversee his education and nurture his passion for painting. But for all of his gifts, the chimpanzee has a rough time caging his more primal urges. His untimely outbursts ultimately cost Lydia her job, and send the unlikely pair on the road in what proves to be one of the most unforgettable journeys — and most affecting love stories — in recent literature. Like its protagonist, this novel is big, loud, abrasive, witty, perverse, earnest and amazingly accomplished. The Evolution of Bruno Littlemore goes beyond satire by showing us not what it means, but what it feels like be human — to love and lose, learn, aspire, grasp, and, in the end, to fail.
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