The island of Doctor Moreau
H. G. Wells's The island of Doctor Moreau is a Victorian science fiction and classic fantasy novel. Key subjects include shipwreck survival, animal experimentation and islands.
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About The island of Doctor Moreau
"The Island of Doctor Moreau" by H. G. Wells is a science fiction novel published in 1896. Shipwrecked scientist Edward Prendick finds himself stranded on a remote island inhabited by Doctor Moreau, a disgraced physiologist conducting horrific experiments. Through vivisection, Moreau transforms animals into human-like creatures called the Beast Folk, who struggle to maintain their humanity under a strict code of laws. As Prendick uncovers the dark secrets of the island, he confronts questions about the boundaries of science, the nature of human identity, and the price of unchecked ambition.
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Who wrote The island of Doctor Moreau?
The island of Doctor Moreau was written by H. G. Wells.
What genre is The island of Doctor Moreau?
It is usually shelved as Victorian Science Fiction and Classic Fantasy.
Is The island of Doctor Moreau free to read?
Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.
Is there a free audiobook of The island of Doctor Moreau?
Yes — LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 5 h 21 min.
What books are similar to The island of Doctor Moreau?
Readers who like it often enjoy Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus, A Princess of Mars and The Jewel of Seven Stars.
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