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The Island of Doctor Moreau

By H. G. Wells
Series: Collins Classics
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The Island of Doctor Moreau by H. G. Wells is a thought-provoking science fiction novel that explores themes of morality and identity. The story follows Edward Prendick, a shipwreck survivor, who finds himself on a mysterious island. Here, he encounters the enigmatic Doctor Moreau, who conducts unsettling experiments blending human and animal characteristics, raising questions about the nature of humanity.
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Explore a gripping tale where science and ethics collide, set on a mysterious island. This book may appeal to you if you enjoy thought-provoking stories about the boundaries of humanity, with a touch of adventure and suspense, all penned by a master of science fiction.

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The Island of Doctor Moreau

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“That these man-like creatures were in truth only bestial monsters, mere grotesque travesties of men, filled me with a vague uncertainty of their possibilities far worse than any definite fear.”

Edward Prendick, the sole survivor of a shipwreck in the South Pacific, is set ashore on an island where he meets the mysterious Doctor Moreau. Horrified by the discovery that Moreau is performing vivisection on animals to form monstrous human hybrids, Prendick flees into the jungle. But he soon realises that the island is populated with Moreau’s terrible creations, and not all are divested of their savage habits...

H. G. Wells pioneered ideas of society, science and progress in his works, which are now considered modern classics. Written in 1896, The Island of Doctor Moreau is an imaginative exploration of the nature of cruelty and what it means to be human.

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The Island of Doctor Moreau is praised for its deep exploration of human nature and is recognised as a captivating story by V. S. Pritchett. David Lodge highlights Wells' foresight into technological advancements, noting his rich narratives and historical interest. Upton Sinclair esteemed Wells as one of the greatest English writers, and the Guardian refers to him as the father of science fiction.

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ISBN: 9780008190057

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 January 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: William Collins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 111.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 110g

Pages: 192

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Biography & Memoir Education & Reference Explorer & Adventurer Biographies Fiction General Fiction H.G. Wells Historical Fiction Literary Fiction Science & Nature Series: Collins Classics

About the Author

Herbert George Wells's (1866-1946) career as an author was fostered by a childhood mishap. He broke his leg and spent his convalescence reading every book he could find. Wells earned a scholarship at the Norman School of Science in London. Wells's "science fiction" (although he never called it such) was influenced by his interest in biology. H. G. Wells gained fame with his first novel, The Time Machine (1895). He followed this with The Island of Dr. Moreau (1896), The Invisible Man (1897), and The War Of The Worlds (1898).

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