Rickie & Henri

Rickie the chimpanzee lived happily with her mother in the rain forests of Central Africa, warm and safe—until the day the hunters came and took Rickie away to sell at a Congolese market. Fortunately, she was rescued by a kind man who adopted Rickie and cared for her. Best of all, he provided an unexpected friend in his dog Henri. This true story of friendship is heart-warmingly brought to life by renowned scientist, conservationist and peace activist Dr. Jane Goodall.

Jane Goodall is an anthropologist and UN Messenger of Peace. Born in London, she studied at Cambridge University and is the winner of many academic awards. Passionate about animals and Africa she is widely known for her studies of chimpanzees, for conservation and for animal welfare. Her books with minedition include The Chimpanzees of Gombe, Doctor White, The Eagle and the Wren, A Prayer for World Peace and With Love.

Alan Marks studied graphic design at the Bath Academy of Art in England and was awarded Best Artist at Medway College of Art and Design. He worked for magazines and newspapers before finding his true calling as a picture book artist. His illustrations grace many books include several minedition titles by Jane Goodall.

A moving story of a displaced baby chimpanzee who makes an unlikely furry friend