The One and Only Ivan Identity Quotes

How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Line)

Quote #7

I think I've always been an artist. (shapes in clouds.86)

Forget about the human/ape distinctions—the thing Ivan is most secure about is his identity as an artist.

Quote #8

In a Western you can tell who the good guys are and who the bad guys are, and the good guys always win. (tv.108)

Bob might be right when he tells Ivan that this is nothing like real life. Then again, though, is there any doubt about who the bad guys are in Ivan's story?

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Quote #9

Gorillas are not complainers. We're dreamers, poets, philosophers, nap takers. (not sleepy.234)

Shmoop, too, Ivan; Shmoop, too. We do have on question, though: Since this describes Ivan so perfectly, has he really lost touch with his gorilla ways?