Raised by humans since she was six months old, Koko was the first gorilla taught to "talk" using American Sign Language. Scientist Penny Pattersons's history of teaching ASL to Koko and general information about gorilla behavior are interspersed with lively anecdotes of Koko's interactions with the author during her visit with the gorilla. Koko is presented with respect and integrity, and a brief afterword discusses the human threat to gorilla habitats in Africa. Softly shaded, large illustrations are generously scattered throughout the text. (Ages 8-10)

Over 300 royalty-free Art Nouveau graphics, from simple medallions and borders to elaborate panels and vignettes, selected from authentic period sources. The designs interweave a host of decorative elements, among them flowers, plants, birds, and animals and will provide a turn-of-the-century ambiance to advertisements, fabrics, decorations, craft projects, and more. Publisher's Note.