Hugh Lofting Libri

Dolittle non è un dottore come tutti gli altri. Non va molto d’accordo con i suoi simili e trova più interessante la compagnia degli animali. Gli abitanti di Puddleby, d’altra parte, evitano la sua casa per non rischiare di trovarsi un riccio sul divano o un coccodrillo sotto al tavolo.Grazie agli insegnamenti del suo fedele pappagallo Polinesia, il dottore impara a comunicare con gli animali, a curarli e a risolvere i loro problemi.La fama del dottore gentile che sa parlare con gli animali cresce rapidamente, tanto che un giorno a Puddleby arriva una misteriosa richiesta di aiuto dall’ sembra che una colonia di scimmie sia affetta da un’epidemia e l’intera popolazione dei primati rischi di venire sterminata.Così, con una nave in prestito e un equipaggio davvero speciale, l’uomo si imbarca per un lungo e avventuroso viaggio nel continente africano per andare a scoprire cosa sta succedendo…

"Fully updated for the modern reader by the author's son, Christopher Lofting"--Dust jacket flap.

The book ties in with the major motion picture "Dolittle," featuring Robert Downey Jr. Set to release on January 17, 2020, it brings to life the whimsical adventures of a doctor who can communicate with animals. Readers can expect a blend of humor, heart, and fantastical elements as the story unfolds, showcasing the unique bond between humans and animals. This edition is perfect for fans of the film and those looking to explore the enchanting world of Dolittle.

Just in time for the major motion picture Dolittle starring Robert Downey Jr.—soaring into theaters on January 17, 2020!Journey into the world of Doctor Dolittle, the kind and eccentric naturalist who can speak with animals. Working with original author Hugh Lofting’s son, these books have been fully updated for the modern reader, all while retaining the full charm of the originals.Rediscover the children’s literature classic with three novels from the beloved series!Back from Africa, the Doctor is short of money as always. So he takes the pushmi-pullyu on tour in Doctor Dolittle’s Circus ! But in Albert Blossom’s circus, what he finds is a whole new family of animals in need of his help. In Doctor Dolittle’s Caravan he expands his circus to include the grand “Canary Opera,” and makes a sensation of its star, Pippinella, whose story is told in full in Doctor Dolittle and the Green Canary ! And in Doctor Dolittle and the Green Canary , Pippinella tells her story to Doctor Dolittle in her own words!

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The narrative follows Doctor Dolittle's efforts to repay his debts by showcasing the rare Pushmi-Pullyu in a circus. Initially content with the arrangement, Dolittle becomes troubled by the mistreatment of the other circus animals, particularly after Sophie the seal reveals her sorrow over being separated from her husband. Motivated by compassion, Dolittle devises a bold plan to liberate his fellow performers, involving clever disguises and evading the coast guard, highlighting themes of friendship and animal welfare.

The Voyage of Doctor Dolittle—the major motion picture starring Robert Downey Jr.—soars into theaters on April 12, 2019!Discover the world of Doctor Dolittle with three stories from the beloved children’s series!In Doctor Dolittle’s Zoo, Doctor Dolittle returns from his voyages and sets his house in order. This includes expanding his zoo to include a home for crossbred dogs and a club for rodents. The doctor also takes time to solve a mystery with the aid of Kling, the Dog Detective.Doctor Dolittle’s Puddleby Adventures contains eight stories about Doctor Dolittle including the tale of Dapple the Dalmatian and the problems caused when his spots matched a rich woman’s polka-dot gown; the career of the Dog Ambulance, which Gub Gub the Pig almost ended; and the mystery of the Stunned Man, solved by Kling, the Dog Detective.And in Doctor Dolittle’s Garden, Doctor Dolittle’s assistant, Tommy Stubbins, reports on Professor Quetch, curator of the Dog Museum in the Home for Crossbred Dogs. Meanwhile, the doctor has learned insect languages and hears ancient tales of a giant race of insects. Fascinated, the doctor plans a voyage to find them—but before he does so, one arrives in his garden!

John Dolittle takes his circus to London, where with the help of the canary Pippinella he stages a bird opera.

When his colleague Long Arrow disappears, Dr. Dolittle sets off with his assistant, Tommy Stubbins, his dog, Jip, and Polynesia the parrot on an adventurous voyage over tropical seas to floating Spidermonkey Island

Having served as an older man in Flanders during the First World War, Hugh Lofting, famed author of the Doctor Dolittle series, was pacifist by leaning. He knew intimately the horror of human killing human in what seemed an endless litany of the worst of us.Then in 1942, in the midst of the unbelievable recurrence of war once again, and nearing the end of his life, the need to commit his feelings to paper became overwhelming. His passions and fears overflowed into a long poem, his only work for adults.Victory for the Slain begins with him encountering and helping a soldier who is struggling to light a cigarette, having lost a hand. He walks on, musing on the maiming cost of martial conflict. His path takes him to a church, where, alone, and surrounded by the sense of the past, the terrible present with its constant aerial bombing, and apprehension for the future at this uncertain and perilous stage of the war, he registers quaveringly and with great emotion both how fearful he is and how appallingly foolish are the paths down which humankind’s belligerence can take us.Reflecting on history, philosophy, violence, nationalism, death, and what seems like madness, as he wanders through the quiet of the church he gravely sounds every vibration and implication of the horror which surrounds him in the world’s current chaos. For him, there reverberates one heartrending refrain: in war, the only victors are the slain.