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I never knew my father, my mother was an ape

“I never knew my father, my mother was an ape” quote by Edgar Rice Burroughs
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““I never knew my father, my mother was an ape””

Edgar Rice Burroughs

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He expresses a distant, almost mythic view of his parents, highlighting alienation.

In simple terms: He feels disconnected from his parents.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address feelings of familial alienation.

Themes

family identity alienation

Mood

melancholic thoughtful

Type

literary psychological

When to use this quote

  • family gatherings
  • personal reflection
  • cultural heritage

Key Concepts

parental relationships self‑identity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this say about his sense of belonging?
  • How can one bridge such emotional gaps?
A Different Perspective

The statement may be hyperbolic, obscuring genuine emotion.

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