"Tarzan of the Apes" is a novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs that introduces readers to the orphaned child of an aristocratic couple who is raised by a tribe of apes in the African jungle. The story explores Tarzan's unique upbringing, highlighting his physical prowess, deep connection to the wild, and the challenges he faces as he grapples with his identity. As he grows, Tarzan learns about human civilization and struggles to reconcile his dual nature as both a man and a creature of the wild.