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    The Island Of Doctor Moreau
    The Island Of Doctor Moreau
    The Island Of Doctor Moreau
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    The Island Of Doctor Moreau

    Written by H. G. Wells

    Narrated by Bob Neufeld

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    H. G. Wells’s science fiction classic: the dark and captivating story of one man’s fight for survival against the lab-made nightmares of a mad scientist



    Shipwrecked and abandoned, Edward Prendick cautiously steps ashore a remote island in the Pacific. Though wary, Prendick is unaware of the horrors that await him here. But what appears at first to be a typical volcanic island slowly reveals itself to be the macabre workshop of maligned London physiologist Dr. Moreau. Moreau’s genius had been celebrated far and wide until the true nature of his work was exposed. Now secluded on his island, Moreau engages unimpeded in gruesome experiments of vivisection, splicing animal and man together in a terrifying display of his dominion over nature. When Prendick realizes he’s slated to be the next subject on Moreau’s grisly surgical table, he flees to the jungle—where all manner of unnatural creatures abound . . .
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAuthor's Republic
    Release dateAug 18, 2016
    ISBN9781518932359
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    H. G. Wells

    H.G. Wells is considered by many to be the father of science fiction. He was the author of numerous classics such as The Invisible Man, The Time Machine, The Island of Dr. Moreau, The War of the Worlds, and many more. 

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    • 5/5
      "The Island of Doctor Moreau" is a thought-provoking and cautionary tale that delves into the darker aspects of human nature and the consequences of unchecked scientific experimentation.
    • 5/5
      Dr. Moreau's godlike aspirations to control and reshape life ultimately lead to his downfall, highlighting the dangers of unchecked ambition. The beast folk struggle to reconcile their animal instincts with their human-like qualities, raising questions about the nature of identity and what it means to be human.
    • 5/5
      The novel explores the ethical implications of scientific experimentation and the pursuit of knowledge without regard for morality or human dignity.
    • 5/5
      As Prendick delves deeper into the secrets of the island, he uncovers the extent of Dr. Moreau's hubris and the dangers posed by his creations. The tension escalates as the beast folk rebel against their human oppressors, leading to a violent and chaotic climax.
    • 5/5
      Prendick is horrified by the cruel and inhumane methods used by Dr. Moreau to impose human-like behaviors and restrictions on the beast folk. He becomes embroiled in the moral dilemmas surrounding the treatment of these creatures and struggles to maintain his sanity amidst the chaos.
    • 5/5
      Edward Prendick, the protagonist, finds himself shipwrecked on the island and is rescued by Dr. Moreau's assistant, Montgomery. He soon discovers that Dr. Moreau is conducting gruesome experiments, surgically transforming animals into humanoid creatures called "beast folk."
    • 5/5
      The story is set on a remote island in the Pacific Ocean, where the enigmatic Dr. Moreau conducts his controversial experiments.
    • 5/5
      "The Island of Doctor Moreau" is a classic science fiction novel written by H.G. Wells and first published in 1896. It explores themes of scientific ethics, morality, and the boundaries of humanity.
    • 1/5
      Stupid book. A disturbing commentary in the inhumanity of humanity by a pessimistic nihilist who knew nothing of humanity. No benefit for the reader and no final payoff in the conclusion.