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Alan Bennett reads three enchanting Doctor Dolittle stories Doctor Dolittle has an extraordinary talent – he can talk to the animals! Taught by his parrot, Polynesia, he is soon able to chat to every kind of creature – and his skill leads him into all sorts of adventures. In The Story of...

Doctor Dolittle, a little, lovable old doctor, had so many animal pets spread throughout his house and garden that patients would not come to him anymore. As a result, he became poorer and poorer. But Doctor Dolittle occupied nearly all of his time tending to his pets, and his fame as an animal...

The good Doctor Dolittle, accompanied by his devoted animal friends, sets sail once again. This time it is a voyage of discovery to learn the secret of the Shellfish language—and to teach Tommy Stubbins, the doctor’s young protégé, all there is to know about animals and their languages...

In this follow-up to the first of Hugh the series though, Lofting assigns the starring role to Tommy Stubbins who is now an "old man". He recalls how he met Doctor John Dolittle and the many adventures they shared. The Doctor is working on learning the language of the Shellfish and their adventures take them from a trial for murder to adventures on the high seas, culminating in their arrival on Spidermonkey Island. Then comes a war between the native tribes, Dolittle being crowned King, the arrival of the Great Glass Sea-Snail and their eventual return to Puddleby-on-the-Marsh.

Doctor Dolittle returns from his voyages and sets his house in order. This includes expanding his zoo to include a home for crossbred dogs and a club for rodents. Doctor Dolittle's Zoo is different from all others because there are no cages; the animals stay there voluntarily and are free to leave whenever they want.

The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle was the second of Hugh Lofting's Doctor Dolittle books to be published, coming out in 1922. It is nearly five times as long as its predecessor and the writing style is pitched at a more mature audience. The scope of the novel is vast; it is divided into six parts. It won the Newbery Medal for 1923. It was one of the novels in the series which was adapted into the film Doctor Dolittle.

Here is Hugh Lofting's classic tale of the English doctor who learns how to speak to his non-human patients—dogs, cats, rhinos, and monkeys alike—as he travels from England to the jungles of Africa and back again. Doctor Dolittle's entourage of animal friends, including Polynesia the parrot, Gub-Gub the pig, Jip the dog, and Dab-Dab the duck, journey with the doctor and team up to help him out of one scrape after another.  

Just in time for the major motion picture Dolittle starring Robert Downey Jr.—soaring into theaters on January 17, 2020! Journey into the world of Doctor Dolittle, the kind and eccentric naturalist who can speak with animals. Working with original author Hugh Lofting’s son, these books have...

Doctor Dolittle is a very special vet—because he knows how to talk to the animals! So when he hears that there’s a terrible sickness hurting all the monkeys in Africa, the good doctor knows he must go and help them. Soon he’s off on an exciting adventure across the seas in this superb...

Presented here are three of the most popular children's books of all time: A.A. Milne's Winnie-the-Pooh, Ruth Stiles Gannett's My Father's Dragon, and Hugh Lofting's The Story of Doctor Dolittle.

Doktor Dolittle gilt als der freundlichste Mann von ganz Puddleby auf der Marsch und hat ein verborgenes Talent. Er kann mit Tieren sprechen. Dadurch gerät er schnell in ein Abenteuer, das ihn hinaus in die weite Welt trägt. Denn in Afrika sind die Affen erkrankt. Und wenn Doktor Dolittle ihnen nicht zur Hilfe eilt, kann ihnen keiner mehr helfen.

Hugh Lofting's wonderfully whimsical story of a doctor whose love of animals allows him to learn their language and becomes a splendid "animal doctor"... with their help. And he even goes all the way to Africa to cure the sick monkeys...it's charming!

Written by the British author Hugh Lofting, is the first of his Doctor Dolittle books, a series of children's novels about a man who learns to talk to animals and becomes their champion around the world. In this book, we are told how Dr John Dolittle came to learn the language of animals, and...

Step into a world where communication transcends human boundaries, exploring the fascinating dynamics between mankind and the animal kingdom. This podcast delves into the enchanting realm of empathy, understanding, and adventure, inspired by the timeless tale of a doctor who converses with animals. Each week, immerse yourself in a different complete audiobook, offering a diverse range of narratives that span various perspectives, historical contexts, and storytelling styles. Whether you're seeking insight into human-animal relationships, a journey through imaginative landscapes, or a momentary...

Embark on an extraordinary adventure with The Story of Dr. Dolittle by Hugh Lofting, narrated by Michael Lyons. This timeless children’s classic follows the charming and kind-hearted Dr. Dolittle, a physician who discovers he can talk to animals. With the help of his vibrant and loyal animal companions—including Polynesia the parrot, Jip the dog, Dab-Dab the duck, and the pushmi-pullyu—Dr. Dolittle journeys to exotic lands on a mission to save animals and explore the wonders of the natural world.

The origins of the remarkable Doctor Dolittle are revealed in this delightful, updated audiobook! This classic story with an updated magical twist is sure to be a family favorite! When Doctor John Dolittle’s love of animals scares away his human patients, he finds himself on the verge of bankruptcy. Luckily, his parrot, Polynesia, has a solution - she teaches him to talk to animals. Using his new skill, Doctor Dolittle becomes a veterinarian, and his reputation soon spreads in the animal kingdom. With it, come requests for help from animals all over the world.

Die schönsten Kinderhörbuch-Klassiker: Biene Maja, Doktor Dolittle, Peterchens Mondfahrt, Bambi & Co. Hier findet ihr auf über 26 Stunden die schönsten und bekanntesten Kinderhörbuch-Klassiker, gelesen von den besten Stimmen - hier könnt ihr eure Helden von der Biene Maja bis Bambi, von Doktor Dolittle bis zum Lügenbaron von Münchhausen als liebevoll gestaltete Hörbuch-Klassiker entdecken. Perfekte Unterhaltung und akustische Entdeckungsreise für Jung und Alt für den Urlaub oder auch sonst Jederzeit: Wir wünschen euch einen unterhaltsamen Hörspaß bei.

Az állatbarát Dolittle doktor kedvencei kedvéért az emberek gyógyításáról áttér az állatok gyógyítására. Polinézia nevű papagája megtanítja az állatok nyelvére. A doktor sikereinek híre eljut Afrikába is. A majmok országában járvány dúl, ezért követeket küldenek Angliába a doktorhoz, kérve, hogy siessen oda, és gyógyítsa meg őket. A doktor kedvenc állatai társaságában viszontagságos, kalandozásos utazás után megérkezik a majmok országába, ahol kórházat rendez be, és véget vet a járvány pusztításának.

Written in 1920 by the British author Hugh Lofting, the Doctor Dolittle books were a series of children's novels about a man who learns to talk to animals and becomes their champion around the world. It was one of the novels in the series which was adapted into the 1967 film Doctor Dolittle.

Dolittle is soon to be a major motion picture from Universal Pictures, starring Robert Downey Jr. and featuring the voice talents of Emma Thompson, Tom Holland, Selena Gomez, and John Cena! Meet the character who inspired the classic books in Dr. Dolitte’s first grand adventure! Doctor...