- ISBN: 9780312427122 | 0312427123
- Cover: Paperback
- Copyright: 10/30/2007
The Woman and the Apeis the story of a unique and unforgettable couple--Madelene and Erasmus. Madelene is the wife of Adam Burden, a distinguished behavioral scientist. Erasmus--the unlikely prince--is a 300-pound ape. Brought to the Burdens' London home after escaping from animal smugglers, Erasmus is discovered to be a highly intelligent anthropoid ape, the closest thing yet to a human being. Madelene decides to save Erasmus, and between them blossoms a profound affection as deep as any human relationship. A fable for our time,The Woman and the Apeposes searching questions about the nature of love, freedom, and humanity.