Son of a Silverback

Author: Russell Kane
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1473554160
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 304

Book Description
'Brilliantly written. Very funny and heartbreaking.' Davina McCall From one of Britain's most popular and prolific comedians comes a hilarious and deeply moving memoir of life lived under the rule of a Silverback dad. The Silverback is considered the undisputed king, a creature whose authority is never challenged and who does not yield to compromise. He walks proudly, feeds greedily, grafts tirelessly, mates voraciously, swears constantly and is threatened all too easily. The Silverback is known to nestle in the misty peaks of central Africa but can also be found in Barking, Essex. Meet Dave Kane, the disappointed, steroid-ingesting, metal-wielding, bouncer father of slight, effete Gamma Male, Russell Kane. SON OF A SILVERBACK is a story about fathers and sons, class and education and how one scrawny, sensitive, fake-tan-applying 'ponce' stepped out of his father's shadow and became a man - whatever that means. What readers are saying: ***** 'This is so much more than a comedian's life story.' ***** 'I read this book in about two days. It was gripping, funny, sad, and it felt deeply honest.' ***** 'An exposing and candid exploration of Russell's family and foundations and all the better for its frankness . . . Full of laughs, poignancy and appropriate introspection.'

Little Gorilla

Author:
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780899194219
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36

Book Description
Little Gorilla's family and friends try to help him overcome his special growing pains.

Gordon's Got a Snookie

Author: Lisa Shanahan
Publisher: Allen & Unwin Australia
ISBN: 9781865086910
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 32

Book Description
To the shock of the other animals, who ridicule him mercilessly, Gordon the gorilla proudly walks around with his security blanket, in a story which explores bullying and teasing as well as strength and acceptance.

The Humorist

Author: Russell Kane
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0857209264
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 268

Book Description
Survivor, genius, critic. Murderer. Meet Benjamin Davids White, blessed since his infancy with an extraordinary gift: to understand humour at its deepest level. Yet Benjamin is cursed, too: in all his life, he has never laughed or smiled. At the height of his profession as a comedy critic, yet lacking any kind of human empathy, Benjamin discovers a formula that will allow him to construct the most powerful joke the world has ever known. A joke that has the power to kill...

Gorilla Dawn

Author: Gill Lewis
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1481486578
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 432

Book Description
-Originally published in Great Britain in 2015 by Oxford University Press.---Verso.

The One and Only Ivan

Author: Katherine Applegate
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0062101986
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 305

Book Description
The #1 New York Times bestselling and Newbery Award-winning novel The One and Only Ivan is now a major motion picture streaming on Disney+ This unforgettable novel from renowned author Katherine Applegate celebrates the transformative power of unexpected friendship. Inspired by the true story of a captive gorilla known as Ivan, this illustrated book is told from the point of view of Ivan himself. Having spent twenty-seven years behind the glass walls of his enclosure in a shopping mall, Ivan has grown accustomed to humans watching him. He hardly ever thinks about his life in the jungle. Instead, Ivan occupies himself with television, his friends Stella and Bob, and painting. But when he meets Ruby, a baby elephant taken from the wild, he is forced to see their home, and his art, through new eyes. In the tradition of timeless stories like Charlotte's Web and Stuart Little, Katherine Applegate blends humor and poignancy to create an unforgettable story of friendship, art, and hope. The One and Only Ivan features first-person narrative; author's use of literary devices (personification, imagery); and story elements (plot, character development, perspective). This acclaimed middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 8, for independent reading, homeschooling, and sharing in the classroom. Plus don't miss The One and Only Bob, Katherine Applegate's return to the world of Ivan, Bob, and Ruby!

Gorilla

Author: Ian Redmond
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 1405360283
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 66

Book Description
Despite their size and strength gorillas are generally docile animals that live in close-knit family groups and as our close relatives provide intriguing insights into our own behaviour. This collection of superb photographs brings their story vividly to life.The book features the world's largest captive colony of lowland gorillas as well as many other primate species. Discover the secret lives of orangutans and chimpanzees how baboons have adapted to life on the African plains and spider monkeys to the rainforests of South America. See how gorillas and chimps have mastered sign languages and how people are trying to protect our endangered primate relatives. Written by wildlife biologist Ian Redmond who has worked extensively with mountain gorillas in Rwanda Gorilla is a unique and exciting introduction to the great apes monkeys and other primitive primates.

1 Batter, 50 Cakes

Author: Gina Greifenstein
Publisher: Silverback Books
ISBN: 9781930603424
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 68

Book Description
The Quick & Easy series features small, compact cookbooks, emphasizing everyday--quick and practical--cooking. Readily available ingredients are used to produce mouthwatering and visually appealing dishes for daily meals. The books feature contemporary content. Well-designed layouts, and beautiful color photography throughout. A useful table leads each book, doubling as both a table of contents and recipe description. Information such as number of calories, recipes with big portions, take-along food, fast recipes, and ultra-simple recipes, are highlighted. Helpful hints and cooking tips punctuate the text offering sensible strategies for everyday eating. 50 easy palate-pleasers from one simple batter render cakes for every occasion. This Quick & Easy book provides readers with fresh decorating ideas and alternatives to traditional frosting. Whether you need a coffee cake for a mid-morning pick-me-up, or a showstopper for a formal gathering, 1 Batter, 50 Cakes provides ample ideas for all.

Meet Your Dog

Author: Kim Brophey
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1452149305
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 265

Book Description
“Based on the latest findings in the field of canine cognition and behavior, this book is an invaluable resource.” —Hal Herzog, author of Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat: Why It's So Hard To Think Straight About Animals Every dog owner knows that along with the joy can come the stress and frustration of behavioral problems, which are expensive to diagnose and treat. Enter Kim Brophey, award-winning canine behavior consultant. Using cutting-edge research, Brophey has developed a groundbreaking system that allows owners to identify what their dog is struggling with, why, and how they can fix it. Brophey’s approach is unlike anything that has been published before and will give dog owners a new understanding of what motivates and affects their dog’s behavior. This innovative technique rethinks the way we categorize dogs, and distills information from over twenty scientific disciplines into four comprehensive elements: learning, environment, genetics, and self. With revolutionary tips for specific dog breeds, this book will change dog owners’ lives—and lead to happier human-canine relationships. “It’s refreshing to finally find a book that takes into consideration the many predispositions to behavior problems in dogs . . . teaches us to really see the dog in its entirety.” —Alexandre Rossi, author of A Dog at the Keyboard

Voices from the Ape House

Author: Beth Armstrong
Publisher: Trillium
ISBN: 9780814255711
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 312

Book Description
"A memoir from an influential Columbus Zoo gorilla keeper and conservationist"--