Hugh Lofting

The Story of Doctor Dolittle

In Puddleby-on-the-Marsh, Doctor Dolittle loves animals so much that he learns to speak their language and becomes a doctor for creatures great and small. With help from Polynesia the parrot and many other animal friends, he sets out on a series of lively adventures, including a sea voyage, a missing fisherman’s rescue, and the unforgettable pushmi-pullyu. Full of playful imagination, gentle humor, and animal wisdom, this classic story celebrates kindness, curiosity, and the joy of listening closely.