
THIS SIMIAN - WORLD
THIS SIMIAN WORLD
A thoughtful wander through early twentieth‑century streets becomes a meditation on what it means to be human. As the narrator rides through bustling Broadway crowds with his companion Potter, they pause to question the aimlessness of the masses, comparing modern society to its distant, ape‑like ancestors. Their conversation drifts from the spectacle of vaudeville signs to a broader contemplation of evolution, suggesting that our very nature bears the imprint of a simian lineage.
The narrative blends vivid urban observations with speculative history, imagining forgotten dynasties of ancient beasts that once vied for dominance. By tracing humanity’s rise from hairy forebears to today’s sprawling civilization, the author invites listeners to reconsider the roots of culture, ambition, and the limits imposed by our biological heritage. The result is a lyrical, philosophical portrait that challenges the reader to see everyday life through the eyes of an evolutionary outsider.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (89K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Suzanne Shell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Release date
Aug 11, 2008
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1874–1935
Known for turning family life into warm, sharply observed humor, this American writer and cartoonist is best remembered for Life with Father. His work mixes gentle satire with an affectionate eye for the rituals and personalities of old New York.
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