Classic Starts®: The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle

Abridged by Christy Webster

On Sale: Apr 13, 2027
Page Count: 160 pages
Publisher: Union Square Kids
ISBN-13: 9781454942467
Age Range: 7–9

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An abridged and illustrated chapter book retelling of The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle, part of the bestselling Classic Starts series that has sold more than 8 million copies!

Doctor Dolittle has a very special gift—he knows how to talk to animals! Based on the Newbery Medal-winning original, when Doctor Dolittle learns that a friend has gone missing, he sets off on an exciting high-seas adventure in this superb retelling of Hugh Lofting’s beloved classic.

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Classic Starts®

Hugh Lofting (1886–1947) was born in Berkshire, England. He was an author and civil engineer best known for creating Doctor Dolittle, the iconic children's book character who could talk to animals. Beginning with The Story of Doctor Dolittle (1920), Lofting wrote fifteen novels and story collections featuring the character, and won the 1922 Newbery Medal for The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle.

Hugh Lofting

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Hugh Lofting (1886–1947) was born in Berkshire, England. He was an author and civil engineer best known for creating Doctor Dolittle, the iconic children’s book character who could talk to animals. Beginning with The Story of Doctor Dolittle (1920), Lofting wrote fifteen novels and story collections featuring the character, and won the 1922 Newbery Medal for The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle.

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