Planet of the Apes (Cinema Classics (Gramercy Books (Firm)).)

Planet of the Apes (Cinema Classics (Gramercy Books (Firm)).)
Before you see the movie, read the original novel!

First published more than thirty-five years ago, Pierre Boulle’s chilling novel launched one of the greatest science fiction sagas in motion picture history, from the classic 1968 movie starring Charlton Heston and Roddy McDowell, through four sequels and two television series . . . and now the newest film adaptation directed by Tim Burton.

In the not-too-distant future, three astronauts land on what appears to be a planet just like Earth, with lush forests, a temperate climate, and breathable air. But while it appears to be a paradise, nothing is what it seems.

They soon discover the terrifying truth: On this world humans are savage beasts, and apes rule as their civilized masters. In an ironic novel of nonstop action and breathless intrigue, one man struggles to unlock the secret of a terrifying civilization, all the while wondering: Will he become the savior of the human race, or the final witness to its damnation? In a shocking climax that rivals that of the original movie, Boulle delivers the answer in a masterpiece of adventure, satire, and suspense.

From the Paperback edition.
Customer Review: Planet of the Apes
This is a very well-written book that astonishes my mind. I had first seen the movie before I read the book and it is amzing to me what the writers of it came up with. A world where apes ruled over humans is just amzing to me. In fact, I would be suprised if there were any other kinds of species that ruled humans on any other planet. Reading the book about apes who were more technologicaly advanced and knowledgable than humans is just amzing to me.
Customer Review: A novel idea
I loved the book. I was surprised at how closely the movie adaptations had stayed true to Boulle's original concept. Also so note worthy is the wonderful translation from French to English that manages to keep in tact the authors wit and charm. The novel reflects our ethical and moral short comings in satirical fashion, which were the critical elements that made the movies so memorable. I highly recommend this book, for its time, it is truly an original piece of work.