A Great Gorilla

There is a great artist within us all

A large cage sits in the city park—a large monkey lives in the jungle. When he finds himself in the cage, he discovers painting. First, he paints bars, then freedom. And suddenly, he finds a way to paint himself free. Now a great artist lives in the jungle.

Vera Gereke creates an impressive picture book debut with a bold color palette and precise lines. She addresses philosophical themes with ease and tells the story of a sophisticated liberation artist.