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morganthelibrarian 's review for:
Tarzan of the Apes
by Edgar Rice Burroughs
While this was not my favorite, it had some definite high points. I can see why there have been so many film adaptations (many of which I completely adore). It is such an intriguing idea that that maternal instinct will take over no matter the species of the mother or the child. I also really enjoyed ERBs writing style, I had heard from many that they disliked his style saying it was racist and sexist but I disagree. It definitely has elements, but there was no differentiating between the races, to Tarzan, the white men and the black men were these creatures he had never come across. I thought his reactions and thoughts were so interesting, especially when his human instincts would contradict his natural "Ape" instincts. I was completely enthralled by this story. I especially liked the scene where he discussed cannibalism between humans versus animals. My mind was blown by his intellect.
Also shoutout to Tarzan who was able to teach himself to read. WOW. I couldn't help but laugh when he could write clearly but he still had no idea out to speak the language. D'arnot was quite possibly my favorite character in the entire novel. I loved the way his friendship with Tarzan progressed. It did seem a little too easy for them to make their way to America and track Jane down. But, maybe D'arnot knew more about Jane and her father than originally thought! Who knows! Overall, I would say this is a solid read. Well deserving of the praise it receives!
Also shoutout to Tarzan who was able to teach himself to read. WOW. I couldn't help but laugh when he could write clearly but he still had no idea out to speak the language. D'arnot was quite possibly my favorite character in the entire novel. I loved the way his friendship with Tarzan progressed. It did seem a little too easy for them to make their way to America and track Jane down. But, maybe D'arnot knew more about Jane and her father than originally thought! Who knows! Overall, I would say this is a solid read. Well deserving of the praise it receives!