Life — December 17, 1914 — page 17: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This satirical cartoon from *Life* magazine depicts a menacing gorilla in an aggressive posture with a woman in classical dress. The caption "The Gorilla That Walks Like a Man" suggests social commentary on evolutionary theory or debates about human nature versus animal brutality. Given the early 20th-century context, this likely references either: anxieties about Darwinian evolution and "primitive" human behavior, or possibly commentary on masculinity and civilized versus brutal male conduct. The woman's vulnerable position emphasizes the threat posed by unconstrained animal nature. The specific satirical target—whether a political figure, social movement, or general human tendency—remains unclear without additional context from the magazine's publication date.