The Story of Doctor Dolittle is one of the most delightfully
imaginative stories in children's literature, featuring the well-loved
and eccentric doctor who learns to talk to animals. Unlike most doctors,
Doctor Dolittle doesn't treat humans; he treats animals. His house in
Puddleby-on-the-Marsh is full of an eclectic mix of creatures, from
Polynesia the parrot to Gub-Gub the pig. And in that house something
amazing happens--the doctor learns how to communicate with his animals!
Doctor Dolittle's soon learns that the monkeys in Africa have become
inflicted with a terrible disease, so with a team of trusty creatures by
his side the kind-hearted doctor sets off on an action-packed adventure
to save them. This beautiful paperback edition is illustrated with
original line drawings from Hugh Lofting himself.