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The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Doctor Dolittle, #1)

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Classics Fiction Fantasy Young Adult

by Hugh Lofting, Michael Hague

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3.98 (36.9K ratings)
calendar_today 1920
description 144 pages

The Story of Doctor Dolittle by Hugh Lofting, Michael Hague holds a well received rating of 3.98 out of 5, based on 36.9K reader ratings. First published in 1920. The book spans 144 pages.

About The Story of Doctor Dolittle

Doctor John Dolittle loves animals. He loves them so much that his home and office overflow with animals of every description. When Polynesia the parrot teaches him the language of the animals, Doctor Dolittle becomes a world-famous doctor, traveling even as far away as Africa to help his friends. This edition of the beloved children's classic contains black-and-white illustrations by Michael Hague and has been edited by award-winning authors Patricia and Fredrick McKissack for modern audiences.

Detail Value
Author Hugh Lofting, Michael Hague
Published 1920
Pages 144
Genres Classics, Fiction, Fantasy, Young Adult
Average Rating 3.98 / 5.00
Total Ratings 36,867

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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36.9K ratings
With a rating of 3.98, The Story of Doctor Dolittle is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.03, it performs on par.

How It Compares

3.98
This Book
4.03
Fantasy Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Story of Doctor Dolittle?

The Story of Doctor Dolittle is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Fantasy, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Story of Doctor Dolittle worth reading?

Based on 36.9K reader ratings, The Story of Doctor Dolittle has an average score of 3.98 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is The Story of Doctor Dolittle?

The Story of Doctor Dolittle has 144 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote The Story of Doctor Dolittle?

The Story of Doctor Dolittle was written by Hugh Lofting, Michael Hague. It was first published in 1920.

What is the ISBN for The Story of Doctor Dolittle?

The ISBN-13 for The Story of Doctor Dolittle is 9780060775970.0.

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