âStrikingly originalâ is how Anthony Horowitz, author of the Alex Rider series, describes Monkey Wars.
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âKurti draws from history to deliver a powerful allegory . . . [and] keeps this effective, memorable tale rooted in reality.â âPublishers Weekly, Starred Review
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Sustain the weak. Destroy the strong. A dark fable in the vein of Animal Farm, Watership Down, and The Wave, this action-packed page-turner is told entirely from the monkeysâ points of view and shines a light on the politics of power, the rise of tyrants, and the personal dilemmas that must be faced when your life is on the line.
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When rhesus monkeys are brutally massacred on the dusty streets of Kolkata by a troop of power-hungry langur monkeys, Mico, a privileged langur, becomes entangled in the secrets at the heart of his troopâs leadership and is shocked at what he discovers. He feels compelled to help the few surviving rhesus, especially Papina, a young female he befriends, even though doing so goes against everything heâs been taught. As more blood is spilled, Mico realizes that choosing between right and wrong wonât be easy. Includes a note from the author, as well as interesting monkey species facts.
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Additional praise for MONKEY WARS
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âThe allure of powerâeven for the most conscientiousâis portrayed with frightening effectiveness. Powerful.ââKirkus Reviews
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âAn imaginative fable about the nature of power and the responsibility of the individual. With plenty of action . . . a fascinating epilogue . . . [and] striking cover art.â âBooklist
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âFollowing in the tradition of George Orwellâs Animal Farm and William Goldingâs Lord of the Flies, war and politics shape the lives of several monkey troops. An interesting premise that will provide readers with an introduction to fascism and political corruption.â âSchool Library Journal