The story revolves around a young boy who befriends a monkey that has been exposed to radiation and develops telepathic abilities. The boy learns to communicate with the monkey through mental images and eventually becomes dependent on it for companionship. As the boy grows older, he struggles with his own identity and sense of self, feeling isolated from others due to his unique connection with the monkey.
By Jerome Bixby · First published 1952 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Fantasy