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The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle was the second of Hugh Lofting's Doctor Dolittle books to be published, coming out in 1922. It is nearly five times as long as its predecessor and the writing style is pitched at a more mature audience. The scope of the novel is vast; it is divided into six parts and the illustrations are also more sophisticated. It won the Newbery Medal for 1923.The novel begins when Tommy Stubbins, the narrator of the story, finds a squirrel injured by a hawk. Matthew Mugg, the cat's meat man, informs him to get help from Doctor Dolittle, who can speak the language of animals. The Doctor is away on a voyage, but when he returns, he attends to the squirrel.

The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle was the second of Hugh Lofting's Doctor Dolittle books to be published, coming out in 1922. It is nearly five times as long as its predecessor and the writing style is pitched at a more mature audience. The scope of the novel is vast; it is divided into six parts and the illustrations are also more sophisticated. It won the Newbery Medal for 1923.It was one of the novels in the series that was adapted into the film Doctor Dolittle.PlotThe novel begins when Tommy Stubbins, the narrator of the story, finds a squirrel injured by a hawk. Matthew Mugg, the cat's meat man, informs him to get help from Doctor Dolittle, who can speak the language of animals. The Doctor is away on a voyage, but when he returns, he attends to the squirrel. Tommy is introduced to some of the strange animals in Doolittle's care, such as the Wiff-Waff fish, and those who care for his household, such as Dab-Dab the duck, and Jip the dog. Polynesia the parrot arrives in Puddleby from Africa informs the Doctor that Bumpo is studying in Bullford. Tommy begins his studies with Doolittle, or rather with Polynesia who teaches Tommy the language of animals. Chee-Chee comes from Africa disguised as a lady and tells about his voyage to Puddleby. The Doctor acquires The Curlew and is thinking of taking Tommy, Polynesia, and Luke the Hermit. They find out from the hermit's dog, Bob, that he was sent to prison for murder but Bob is a witness so when the court is in the process the Doctor proves to the judge that he can talk to animals when this is settled he translates Bob's story to English. When the story is finished the judges conclude that the hermit is innocent.

Read by Alan Bennett2 hours 30 minutes, 2 cassettesIn another amazing adventure, Doctor Dolittle sets sail on the high seas accompanied by nine-and-a-half-year-old Tommy Stubbins.They head towards the mysterious Spider Monkey Island which promises magic and adventure for Tommy, and the chance for Dolittle to study the very rare jabizri beetle. But the island holds a deeper secret. It is the place where the great Indian naturalist, Long Arrow has mysteriously disappeared and the Doctor is desperate to track him down to speak about the natural world they both love.

The good Doctor Dolittle, accompanied by his devoted animal friends, sets sail once again. This time it is a voyage of discovery to learn the secret of the Shellfish language--and to teach Tommy Stubbins, the Doctor's young protege, all there is to know about animals and their languages. The jolly party meets with more adventures than they had anticipated, including a shipwreck, a floating island, and a journey undersea in the Great Glass Sea Snail. Winner of the Newbery Award for "the most distinguished contribution to children's literature in any single year."

The Popsipetel Picture-H istory of King Jong Thinkalot (in colors) Frontispiece PAGE I would sit on the river-wall with my feet dangling over the water 5A nd in her right foot she carried a lighted candle! .22 Being a good noticer is terribly important .. 53 A traveler arrives 77 On the bed sat the Hermit 101 Sat scowling dovn upon the amazed and gaping jury 115 What else can I think? 133 Boy, wheres the skipper? 147 In these lower levels we came upon the shadowy shapes of dead ships (in colors) 162 The Doctor started chatting in Spanish to the bedmaker .175 Did acrobatics on the beasts horns 189 He talks English! 201 I was alone in the ocean! 226 It was a great moment 257 The Terrible Three 270. Working away with their noses against the end of the island ....(Typographical errors above are due to OCR software and don't occur in the book.)About the Publisher Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text. Read books online for free at

The good Doctor Dolittle, accompanied by his devoted animal friends, sets sail once again. This time it is a voyage of discovery to learn the secret of the Shellfish language--and to teach Tommy Stubbins, the Doctor's young protégé, all there is to know about animals and their languages. The jolly party meets with more adventures than they had anticipated, including a shipwreck, a floating island, and a journey undersea in the Great Glass Sea Snail. Winner of the Newbery Award for "the most distinguished contribution to children's literature in any single year."

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