The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle by Hugh Lofting
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| Author | Lofting, Hugh, 1886-1947 |
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| Title | The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle" by Hugh Lofting is a children's novel penned in the early 20th century. This whimsical tale introduces readers to Doctor John Dolittle, a unique character who possesses the extraordinary ability to communicate with animals and consequently embarks on thrilling adventures. The story centers around the main characters, Doctor Dolittle, his young friend Tommy Stubbins, and a host of eccentric animal companions as they navigate the wonders and dangers of the natural world. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Tommy Stubbins, who shares his great admiration for the world of sailing and exploration. He resides in the small town of Puddleby-on-the-Marsh and longs for adventure beyond its confines. After he rescues a wounded squirrel and learns about Doctor Dolittle, the town’s famed naturalist, he sets out to find him. Soon, Tommy encounters various quirky characters, including Joe, the mussel-man, and Matthew Mugg, the cat's-meat-man, who paint an intriguing picture of the Doctor. Ultimately, when Tommy finally meets Doctor Dolittle in a chaotic but inviting atmosphere filled with his many pets, the stage is set for an adventurous partnership between the boy and the animal doctor, promising exploits that celebrate friendship, kindness, and the wonders of nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fantasy literature |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Human-animal communication -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 1154 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 1998 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jul 21, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 595 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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