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“The sky the sky- same as it always was.”

Quote by Sara Gruen

Book:The Sara Gruen Collection: Water for Elephants - At the Water's Edge - Ape House

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The Sara Gruen Collection: Water for Elephants - At the Water's Edge - Ape House

The collection features 'Water for Elephants,' a tale set during the Great Depression that follows a young man who becomes an animal trainer in a traveling circus. 'At the Water's Edge' is set during World War II and revolves around a wealthy family's mysterious past. 'Ape House' explores the relationship between humans and chimpanzees in a modern-day research facility. more

Author

Sara Gruen is an American author born in Canada in 1969. Her works are known for their themes of animal emotions and intricate character development, with notable titles including 'Water for Elephants' and 'Fly Away Home'. Her books have been highly acclaimed by readers and have won numerous literary awards. more

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