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The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle


Illustrated Junior Library

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No. of pages 276

Published: 1998

Great for age 5-11 years

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In "The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle" by Hugh Lofting, the eccentric Doctor Dolittle is a veterinarian who discovers he can speak to animals. When a call for help comes from a group of animals on a far-off island, he sets off on a whimsical sea adventure aboard a makeshift ship with a motley crew of animal companions. Throughout their journey, they face challenges and encounter a variety of creatures, all while exploring themes of friendship, empathy, and the importance of communication between species. This charming tale combines humor with the wonders of nature and the magic of understanding one another. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

 

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is part of a book series called Illustrated Junior Library .

There are 276 pages in this book. This book was published in 1998 by Penguin Putnam Inc .

Best known for his Doctor Dolittle books, Hugh Lofting (1886-1947) first had the idea for his unusual country doctor while writing to his children from the front during the First World War. The twelve books that followed are loved by children across the globe.

 

This book contains the following story:

The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle

This book is in the following series:

Illustrated Junior Library

This book has been nominated for the following award:

Newbery Award
The Newbery Medal, named after 18th-century British bookseller John Newbery, is one of the most prestigious awards in children's literature. Established in 1922 by the American Library Association (ALA), the Newbery Medal is awarded annually to the author of the most distinguished American children's book published in the previous year. The award committee evaluates nominees based on literary quality, originality, presentation, and relevance to childrens literature. The book should demonstrate excellence in narrative and character development, as well as appeal to the intended audience. In addition to the medal winner, the committee also designates several Honor Books each year. These titles are recognized for their merit and are considered outstanding contributions to childrens literature, though they do not receive the medal.