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The Island Of Doctor Moreau

By H.G. Wells
Series: S.F. Masterworks
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The Island of Doctor Moreau by H.G. Wells is a gripping science fiction tale that explores the boundaries of ethical science and the essence of humanity. The story follows Edward Prendick, a shipwreck survivor who finds himself on a mysterious island inhabited by bizarre human-animal hybrids created by the enigmatic Doctor Moreau. As Prendick unravels Moreau's unsettling experiments, he grapples with the moral dilemmas and existential questions they raise.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy thrilling tales of adventure and the exploration of ethical dilemmas in science. Set on a mysterious island, it delves into the consequences of unchecked scientific experimentation, blending suspense with profound philosophical questions. Perfect for fans of classic science fiction with a touch of horror.

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The Island Of Doctor Moreau

H.G. Wells' terrifying tale of science run amok, with an introduction by Adam Roberts.

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Welcome to the Best of the Masterworks: a selection of the finest in science fiction

When Edward Prendick is shipwrecked on a tropical island, he is surprised to find he has company in the form of Dr Moreau.

Driven out of Britain in disgrace, Dr Moreau has decided to explore his science in peace and isolation.

It isn't long before Prendick discovers the horrors it involves...

Considered widely to be one of the fathers of science fiction, H.G. Wells' story of a mad scientist pushing the boundaries of humanity sits alongside Frankenstein and The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde in the annals of British classics. The novel has been adapted multiple times, and is referenced in many different media.

The most important of all nineteenth-century sf writers in the UK and in America - The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction

'Short, cold, economic and totally unrelenting. An utterly terrifying book' - China Mieville

'One of our bravest and most stimulating writers' - Telegraph

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The Island Of Doctor Moreau by H.G. Wells is often praised for its vivid exploration of the boundaries between humanity and animalistic nature. Readers appreciate Wells' foresight in addressing themes of bioethics and identity, even as they find the narrative both intriguing and unsettling. The novel's exploration of moral ambiguity and societal critiques resonate with many, highlighting Wells' mastery in blending science fiction with philosophical inquiry.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781399617239

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 190g

Pages: 208

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Fiction General Fiction H.G. Wells Sci-Fi & Fantasy Science Fiction Series: S.F. Masterworks

About the Author

H.G. Wells was born in Bromley, Kent in 1866. After working as a draper's apprentice and pupil-teacher, he won a scholarship to the Normal School of Science in 1884, studying under T. H. Huxley. He was awarded a first-class honours degree in biology and resumed teaching but had to retire after a kick from an ill-natured pupil afflicted his kidneys. He worked in poverty in London as a crammer while experimenting in journalism and stories. It was with THE TIME MACHINE (1895) that he had his real breakthrough.

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