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My Life with the Chimpanzees
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My Life with the Chimpanzees
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Middle Grade | Published in 1988156
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Gombe Stream National Park • 1960s
1988
Middle grade
8-12 years
910L
Super Short Summary
My Life with the Chimpanzees by Jane Goodall recounts her journey from a young animal enthusiast to a groundbreaking primatologist. Narrating her adventures in Gombe Stream National Park, Tanzania, Goodall emphasizes patience, perseverance, and her pioneering research on chimpanzee behavior. Her story also highlights the importance of wildlife conservation and the profound connection between humans and animals. Topics include animal cruelty and environmental destruction.
Inspirational
Informative
Adventurous
Heartwarming
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Jane Goodall’s My Life with the Chimpanzees provides an insightful look into her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees. Reviews praise her engaging storytelling and profound passion for wildlife. Some critique the simplicity of the narrative, noting it may be better suited for younger audiences or newcomers to her work, yet overall, it is celebrated for its inspirational and educational value.
Who Should Read My Life with the Chimpanzees?
A reader who would enjoy My Life with the Chimpanzees by Jane Goodall is likely fascinated by wildlife, passionate about conservation, and inspired by personal narratives of scientific exploration. Similar to readers of The Wild Truth by Carine McCandless and Lives in the Wilderness by Durrell, they value insight into the natural world and human-animal connections.
3,735 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Dr. Louis Leakey
Dr. Louis Leakey
A prominent Kenyan-British archaeologist and anthropologist who discovered significant hominin fossils in East Africa and played a crucial role in supporting and guiding Jane Goodall’s research endeavors.
Old Flo
Old Flo
A recognizable female chimpanzee with a balding nose and ragged ears, whose social interactions and nurturing behavior toward her offspring were pivotal in providing insights into chimpanzee family dynamics.
David Greybeard
David Greybeard
An older chimpanzee with a notable “white beard,” recognized for being the first to accept Jane Goodall, which allowed her to integrate into the chimpanzee community and observe their behaviors more closely.
156
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Gombe Stream National Park • 1960s
1988
Middle grade
8-12 years
910L
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