![]() "Gently paced, with moving but reassuring images, this is an age-appropriate introduction to the issues of captivity and animal welfare." - Kirkus Reviews This is his true story and includes photographs of Ivan in the back matter. Gradually, public pressure built until a better way of life for Ivan was found at Zoo Atlanta.įrom the Congo to America, and from a local business attraction to a national symbol of animal welfare, Ivan the Shopping Mall Gorilla traveled an astonishing distance in miles and in impact. ![]() Brian Karas present the extraordinary real story of a special gorilla.Ĭaptured as a baby, Ivan was brought to a Tacoma, Washington, mall to attract shoppers. In a spare, powerful text and evocative illustrations, the Newbery medalist Katherine Applegate and the artist G. ![]() About the Book In this evocative picture book, illustrated by award-winning artist Karas, Applegate tells the true story of the gorilla who inspired her Newbery Medal-winning novel "The One and Only Ivan." Includes photos and back matter. ![]()
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