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The Story of Doctor Dolittle Hugh Lofting The Story of Doctor Dolittle The Story of Doctor Dolittle, Being the History of His Peculiar Life at Home and Astonishing Adventures in Foreign Parts is the first of the classically loved Doctor Dolittle series by Hugh Lofting. The Story of Doctor DolittleStory Doctor The of Doctor John Dolittle is a physician living in England who loves animals. He acquires many animals in his small home, but the volume of animals causes his human patients to be uncomfortable and seek out other practitioners. Doctor Dolittle does the most sensible thing in that situation—learns to speak to the animals from his pet parrot, and takes up veterinary medicine instead of human medicine. Soon after, many animals seek him out and take residence in his home, causing all sorts of problems, but giving Dolittle the fame he needs to travel the world Hugh Lofting as a special doctor to animals. He begins adventuring throughout the world to help sick and injured animals, and runs into animals and mythical creatures who benefit from his expertise. This story is charming and has been the basis for many movies over the years. Its humor and adventurous spirit are sure to delight listeners of all ages. Narrated by Randal Schaffer Running Time: Approx. 2.5 Hours • Unabridged ©2020 by Hugh Lofting, is 햯2020 InAudio, all rights reserved. 40733 I SBN 978-1-66222-337-2 Playaway pre-loaded audiobooks The Playaway inside may be red, orange, yellow, or blue. are the best way to listen, Which color will you get? unplugged and uninterrupted. WWW.PLAYAWAY.COM © 2020 Playaway. Patented. All rights reserved. Designed in Ohio. Made in China. 9 781662 223372 The Playaway format is recommended for children ages 5+.
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