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The Island of Dr. Moreau

The Island of Dr. Moreau

Wells, H. G.

Hardcover

Science FictionClassic Fiction

ISBN10: 116146722X
ISBN13: 9781161467222
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 112
Weight: 0.92
Height: 0.31 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
The Island of Dr. Moreau is a science fiction novel written by H. G. Wells. The story follows Edward Prendick, a shipwreck survivor who finds himself on a remote island in the Pacific Ocean. He soon discovers that the island is home to a mad scientist named Dr. Moreau, who has been conducting experiments on animals to turn them into human-like beings.As Prendick explores the island, he encounters these hybrid creatures, who are struggling to maintain their humanity and resist their animal instincts. He also learns about the brutal methods Dr. Moreau uses to control them and the consequences of his unethical experiments.The novel explores themes of morality, ethics, and the boundaries of science. It raises questions about the nature of humanity and the consequences of playing God. The Island of Dr. Moreau is a classic of science fiction literature and has been adapted into several films, television shows, and other media.BUT the islanders, seeing that I was really adrift, took pity on me. I drifted very slowly to the eastward, approaching the island slantingly; and presently I saw, with hysterical relief, the launch come round and return towards me.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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