The Island of Dr. Moreau
by H.G. Wells
The Island of Dr. Moreau by H.G. Wells holds a well received rating of 3.72 out of 5, based on 60.3K reader ratings. First published in 1896. The book spans 153 pages.
About The Island of Dr. Moreau
Ranked among the classic novels of the English language and the inspiration for several unforgettable movies, this early work of H. G. Wells was greeted in 1896 by howls of protest from reviewers, who found it horrifying and blasphemous. They wanted to know more about the wondrous possibilities of science shown in his first book, The Time Machine, not its potential for misuse and terror. In The Island of Dr. Moreau, a shipwrecked gentleman named Edward Prendick, stranded on a Pacific island lorded over by the notorious Dr. Moreau, confronts dark secrets, strange creatures, and a reason to run for his life.While this riveting tale was intended to be a commentary on evolution, divine creation, and the tension between human nature and culture, modern readers familiar with genetic engineering will marvel at Wells’s prediction of the ethical issues raised by producing “smarter” human beings or bringing back extinct species. These levels of interpretation add a richness to Prendick’s adventures on Dr. Moreau’s island of lost souls without distracting from what is still a rip-roaring good read.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | H.G. Wells |
| Published | 1896 |
| Pages | 153 |
| Genres | Classics, Science Fiction, Fiction, Horror, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 3.72 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 60,346 |
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What genre is The Island of Dr. Moreau?
The Island of Dr. Moreau is categorized as Classics, Science Fiction, Fiction, Horror. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Island of Dr. Moreau worth reading?
Based on 60.3K reader ratings, The Island of Dr. Moreau has an average score of 3.72 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Island of Dr. Moreau?
The Island of Dr. Moreau has 153 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Island of Dr. Moreau?
The Island of Dr. Moreau was written by H.G. Wells. It was first published in 1896.
What is the ISBN for The Island of Dr. Moreau?
The ISBN-13 for The Island of Dr. Moreau is 9780553214320.0.
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