Anthony Browne is an internationally acclaimed author and illustrator of children’s books. He blends near-photographic realism with fantastical, surreal touches and ingenious visual puns. Anthony’s skilful use of colour, pattern and background detail subtly conveys an exquisite empathy for his lonely and sensitive child protagonists (both human and ape). Gorillas feature in many of Anthony’s books. He says: ‘I am fascinated by them and the contrast they represent – their huge strength and gentleness. They’re thought of as being very fierce creatures and they’re not.