The Orang-Outang is a short story written by Frank R. Stockton in 1887. It tells the tale of a wealthy man who purchases an orangutan from a traveling circus and brings it home to live with him as a pet. The story follows the relationship between the two characters, exploring themes of power dynamics, humanity, and the nature of companionship.
By Frank R. Stockton · First published 1887 · Genre: Humor, Animal Fiction, Satire