The book depicts the daily life of a mountain gorilla family in the Virunga forests of Central Africa. It introduces the reader to a fascinating community characterized by tolerance and harmony. It provides insights into fundamental aspects of mountain gorilla behavior and shares astonishing and unique personal experiences. "I have witnessed trust grow between humans and mountain gorillas, experienced compassion, friendships, curious exuberance, intrusive boldness, and noble restraint. I was reprimanded, comforted, and encouraged. They would sit closely with me, casually draping their hairy arms and shoulders over me, looking at me with their amber-colored eyes, mischievous, knowing, laughing, and conspiratorial..." Jörg Hess.