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The Baboon King
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3.1 out of 5
Based on 31 Ratings and 12 Reviews

Book Description
Morengaru, a strong young hunter, has been cast out by both his mother's people, the Kikuyu, and his father's people, the Masai. Every day he misses human companionship, and soon he feels as though he's becoming more like the animals around him. When Morengaru has the chance to belong again, he seizes the opportunity. Then he faces the greatest challenge of his life: living among the baboons, stil... More
Book Information
PublisherWalker and Company
BindingHardcover (9 editions)
Reading LevelYoung Adults
# of Pages192
ISBN-100802787118
ISBN-13978-0802787118
Publication Date04/01/1999
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About ANTON QUINTANA (Author) : ANTON QUINTANA is a published author of young adult books. Some of the published credits of ANTON QUINTANA include Baboon King.
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About John Nieuwenhuizen (Translator) : John Nieuwenhuizen is a published author and a translator of young adult books. Published credits of John Nieuwenhuizen include What about Anna?, The Baboon King (Ark Fiction).
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