The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle
by Hugh Lofting
- First published
- 1922
- Reading level
- Easy
- Price
- Free
About the book
"The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle" by Hugh Lofting is a novel published in 1922. Young Tommy Stubbins discovers a remarkable doctor who can speak with animals and becomes his assistant on an extraordinary voyage. Their quest to find a missing naturalist leads them to Spider Monkey Island, where they encounter shipwrecks, rival tribes, and mysterious creatures. The doctor must use his unique abilities to help both humans and animals, ultimately facing unexpected responsibilities that will change everything.
- Fantasy literature
- Animals
- Voyages and travels
- Human-animal communication
Updated September 2026. Public domain in the USA. Text and summary from Project Gutenberg eBook #1154. The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle on Wikipedia.
