The Story of Doctor Dolittle by Hugh Lofting
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Lofting, Hugh, 1886-1947
English
"The Story of Doctor Dolittle" by Hugh Lofting is a children's novel published in 1920. When a kindly physician learns to speak with animals, he abandons his failing medical practice to become a veterinarian. His new calling leads him on an extraordinary voyage to Africa to cure a monkey epidemic. Along the way, he faces shipwrecks, imprisonment, p...
the first in a beloved series, though it has sparked controversy for its colonial-era themes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Robert Thomas
1 month agoFor a digital edition, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. A solid resource I will return to often.
Liam Lopez
5 months agoReading this felt refreshing because the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. This deserves far more attention.
John Martin
6 days agoHaving read this twice, the balance between theory and practice is exceptionally well done. A perfect companion for a quiet weekend.
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Joseph Ramirez
1 month agoI approached this with curiosity because the clarity of the writing makes this accessible to a wide audience. Well worth recommending.