{ "item_title" : "The Story of Doctor Dolittle", "item_author" : [" Hugh Lofting", "Andrew C Whitmore "], "item_description" : "What if the animals around us had stories to tell-and one extraordinary doctor could understand every word?Step into the imaginative world of Hugh Lofting's The Story of Doctor Dolittle, a beloved classic of children's literature filled with talking animals, unforgettable friendships, gentle humor, and marvelous adventure. First published in 1920, this timeless children's fantasy introduces Doctor John Dolittle, a kindhearted and wonderfully eccentric physician whose remarkable ability to communicate with animals transforms his quiet life into something extraordinary.Living in the English village of Puddleby-on-the-Marsh, Doctor Dolittle has always preferred the company of animals. His unusual household includes a delightful collection of companions, among them Polynesia the clever parrot, Jip the faithful dog, Dab-Dab the practical duck, Gub-Gub the pig, and Too-Too the owl. When Polynesia teaches him the languages of animals, the doctor discovers an entirely new calling: instead of treating human patients, he can listen to animals, understand their troubles, and care for them in ways no other doctor can.But Doctor Dolittle's remarkable talents soon lead him far beyond the comforts of home. When animals in a distant land desperately need his help, he sets out on an adventurous journey with his loyal companions. Along the way, readers enter a colorful world of travel, danger, discovery, clever solutions, unexpected encounters, and the extraordinary bond between a compassionate doctor and the creatures who trust him.At once a classic animal story and an imaginative children's adventure, The Story of Doctor Dolittle celebrates curiosity, kindness, courage, friendship, and respect for the natural world. Hugh Lofting transforms the childhood dream of talking with animals into a lively fantasy in which every creature has a personality, a voice, and something valuable to contribute.Young readers will delight in the humorous conversations and memorable animal characters, while adults can rediscover the warmth and inventiveness that have made Doctor Dolittle an enduring figure in classic children's fiction. Beneath its playful storytelling lies a timeless idea: understanding begins when we learn to listen-even to voices very different from our own.Perfect for readers who enjoy classic children's books, talking animal stories, fantasy adventures, humorous animal tales, vintage children's literature, and imaginative family reading, this novel offers an engaging introduction to one of literature's most famous animal-loving characters. It is an appealing choice for independent young readers, family read-alouds, homeschool libraries, classrooms, collectors of children's classics, and anyone who treasures stories where imagination opens the door to a larger and more wonderful world.Hugh Lofting's creation has inspired generations of readers and numerous adaptations, yet the original story retains a charm all its own. Its combination of whimsical fantasy, adventure, humor, and affection for animals continues to invite readers into a world where communication can overcome boundaries and friendship can appear in the most unexpected forms.Open the door to Puddleby-on-the-Marsh and meet the remarkable doctor who discovered that the animal world was never truly silent-it was simply waiting for someone to listen.", "item_img_path" : "https://covers3.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/1/80/934/014/1809340144_b.jpg", "price_data" : { "retail_price" : "13.99", "online_price" : "13.99", "our_price" : "13.99", "club_price" : "13.99", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : "" } }

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