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2024-04-17
Public domain in the USA.
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Lofting, Hugh
1886
1947
Doctor Dolittle in the Moon
$aNew York, NY :$bJ.B. Lippingcott Company, $c1928, copyright 1956.
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doctor_Dolittle_in_the_Moon
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"Doctor Dolittle in the Moon" by Hugh Lofting is a fantastical novel written in the 20th century. The story follows the beloved character Doctor John Dolittle, a naturalist with the unique ability to converse with animals, as he embarks on an extraordinary adventure to the Moon alongside his secretary, Thomas Stubbins, and his animal companions. This whimsical tale explores themes of exploration, communication, and the wonders of nature in a setting that unfolds in an enchanted, otherworldly environment. The opening of the narrative introduces Thomas Stubbins, who reflects on the challenges of recounting their adventure in the Moon. He highlights the peculiar interests of his companions, each with their own queries, as they navigate the awe-inspiring yet bewildering landscape upon landing. As Stubbins, Doctor Dolittle, and their friends acclimate to the Moon's strange environment, they encounter its noteworthy geographical features, such as extinct volcanoes, and adapt to the unusual gravity and air. The chapter sets the stage for their journey of discovery, filled with mysterious flora and fauna, as well as the impending questions of what awaits them on this new celestial body. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Fantasy fiction
Animals -- Juvenile fiction
Children's stories
Insects -- Juvenile fiction
Moon -- Juvenile fiction
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Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
Category: Adventure
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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