The Voyages of Dr. Dolittle (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781539819622)

The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle was the second of Hugh Lofting's Doctor Dolittle books to be published, coming out in 1922. It is nearly five times as long as its predecessor and the writing style is pitched at a more mature audience. The scope of the novel is vast; it is divided into six parts and the illustrations are also more sophisticated. It won the Newbery Medal for 1923. The original edition contains several derogatory terms for Africans that are removed from modern editions in certain countries. Some illustrations have also been removed. Doctor Dolittle, the veterinarian who can actually talk to animals, sets sail on the high seas for new adventures with Polynesia the parrot, Jip the dog, Chee-Chee the monkey, and young Tommy Stubbins. Together they travel to Spidermonkey Island, brave a shipwreck, and meet the incredible Great Glass Sea Snail. Includes vintage illustration

Author: Hugh Lofting
ISBN-10: 1539819620
ISBN-13: 9781539819622
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Language: English
Published: 10/30/2016
Pages: 218
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.46d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.7
Point Value: 11
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 93 / Voyages of Doctor Dolittle