The man among the monkeys; or, Ninety days in apeland To which are added: The philosopher and his monkeys, The professor and the crocodile, and other strange stories of men and animals

Polydorus Marasquin, a seasoned animal collector and taxidermist, finds his world shattered when a storm shipwreck strands him on a hidden island teeming with wild apes. The primates display uncanny intelligence and social customs that mirror human folly, turning the island into a surreal courtroom and bustling bazaar of monkey society. As he navigates bizarre rituals—court‑martials with four‑handed jurors, candle‑lit dances, and improbable games—Marasquin must decide whether to dominate, adapt, or escape.

The narrative blends adventure with sharp satire, using the ape enclave to reflect the absurdities of colonial ambition and bureaucratic pomposity. Marasquin’s encounters with enigmatic figures—a philosophizing baboon, a crocodile‑obsessed professor, and a mysterious queen of the jungle—add layers of humor and curiosity. Listeners will be drawn into a vivid, illustrated world where the line between man and monkey blurs, inviting both wonder and thoughtful chuckle.