New York Times Bestseller
This Newbery Medal winner and #1 New York Times bestseller tells the unforgettable story of Ivan, a silverback gorilla living in a shopping mall, whose world shifts when a baby elephant arrives. Written with humor and heart, it’s a powerful tale of friendship, freedom, and finding home.
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Ivan is a silverback gorilla who’s spent most of his life behind glass walls in a shopping mall. He’s made peace with his world—watching TV, painting pictures, hanging out with his friends Stella the elephant and Bob the stray dog. But when Ruby, a baby elephant stolen from the wild, arrives at the mall, everything changes. Suddenly, Ivan must confront what it means to be caged, and what it means to be free.
This Newbery Medal winner and #1 New York Times bestseller from Katherine Applegate tells an unforgettable story inspired by the real Ivan, a gorilla who lived in a Washington shopping mall for 27 years. Written from Ivan’s perspective with humor, heart, and remarkable insight, the novel explores friendship, art, and the power of imagination to transform our understanding of home.
Perfect for young readers who loved Charlotte’s Web or Because of Winn-Dixie, this story blends gentle wisdom with page-turning emotion. Applegate’s spare, poetic prose captures Ivan’s voice beautifully—sometimes funny, sometimes heartbreaking, always authentic. The novel offers rich opportunities to discuss animal welfare, empathy, and what it means to keep promises, making it a favorite in classrooms and book clubs alike.
Whether you’re browsing for a thoughtful gift or searching for that special book that stays with you long after the last page, The One and Only Ivan delivers something rare: a story that speaks to readers of all ages about hope, resilience, and finding your way home.
Will capture readers' hearts and never let go. A must have.
An unusual and resonant story.
Utterly believable, this bittersweet story, complete with an author's note identifying the real Ivan, will inspire a new generation of advocates.
This touching story will resonate with animal lovers everywhere.
Applegate's Ivan is an extraordinary gorilla who also happens to be a fine artist, a keeper of his promises and a friend.
A story that makes you think deeply about animal captivity and the meaning of freedom.
The novel's emotional climax will move even the most skeptical readers.
A deftly wrought novel that offers hope and solace.
| Weight | 0.76 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 5.50 × 0.93 × 7.75 in |
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| Subject | Animals, Apes, Monkeys, Etc, Friendship, Juvenile Fiction, Social Themes, Zoos |
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