Planet of the Apes
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Science Fiction
Thriller & Suspense
Action & Adventure
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Format
Paperback
Pages
276
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 2014
Publisher
Harpercollins Childrens Books
ISBN-10
0345447980
ISBN-13
9780345447982
Description
On a distant planet where intelligent apes rule and humans are reduced to silent savages, the lines between species blur in a haunting exploration of civilization and primacy. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of Ulysse Mérou, a space traveler whose shocking discoveries challenge preconceived notions of evolution and intelligence. As he navigates this curious world, Ulysse finds himself at the mercy of ape society, which is both advanced and perplexing, leading to profound reflections on humanity's own capabilities and failings.
In a gripping tale that intertwines adventure and social commentary, the journey becomes a vehicle for examining themes of power, oppression, and what it truly means to be civilized. With a backdrop that merges science fiction with philosophical inquiry, the story compels readers to confront the implications of their own society, revealing unsettling truths about the nature of progress and the fate of humankind amid the echoes of a world dominated by another species.
In a gripping tale that intertwines adventure and social commentary, the journey becomes a vehicle for examining themes of power, oppression, and what it truly means to be civilized. With a backdrop that merges science fiction with philosophical inquiry, the story compels readers to confront the implications of their own society, revealing unsettling truths about the nature of progress and the fate of humankind amid the echoes of a world dominated by another species.
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