The provided text consists primarily of excerpts from Edgar Rice Burroughs' novel Tarzan of the Apes, showcasing the protagonist's unique life among apes, his human nature, and his eventual interactions with civilization. Interspersed with the narrative are biographical details about Burroughs' life, detailing his early years, military service, and struggles before finding success with Tarzan. The third major component is commentary and analysis that contextualizes the novel within its time, discussing the popular contemporary interest in "wild man" theories, wilderness education for boys, and the brutality of Belgian colonial rule in the Congo, all of which influence the story's themes. The selections highlight Tarzan's origin story, his learning to read, a love triangle involving Jane Porter and Lord Greystoke, and the final revelation of Tarzan's true aristocratic identity via fingerprints.

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