The Story of Doctor Dolittle

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The Story of Doctor Dolittle

by Hugh Lofting

EN·~2 hours·23 chapters

Chapters

23 total
1

INTRODUCTION TO THE TENTH PRINTING

6:21
2

ILLUSTRATIONS

1:47
3

THE FIRST CHAPTER PUDDLEBY

3:51
4

THE SECOND CHAPTER ANIMAL LANGUAGE

10:46
5

THE THIRD CHAPTER MORE MONEY TROUBLES

6:51
6

THE FOURTH CHAPTER A MESSAGE FROM AFRICA

6:05
7

THE FIFTH CHAPTER THE GREAT JOURNEY

6:43
8

THE SIXTH CHAPTER POLYNESIA AND THE KING

5:49
9

THE SEVENTH CHAPTER THE BRIDGE OF APES

9:01
10

THE EIGHTH CHAPTER THE LEADER OF THE LIONS

5:46

Description

In this timeless tale the eccentric Doctor Dolittle lives in a cozy English village where the ordinary and the extraordinary coexist in every corner. He has learned the curious art of conversing with birds, beasts, and even fish, filling his home with a gold‑fish in the garden pond, rabbits in the pantry, and a hedgehog tucked away in the cellar. The Doctor’s generosity turns each animal into a lively companion, and their playful banter invites listeners into a world where a talking parrot can recite poetry and a clever monkey weaves a rope across a river.

The story unfolds with a sense of wonder that feels both childlike and deeply wise, guided by the Doctor’s calm confidence and his loyal elephant‑like pushmi‑pullyu. As he embarks on a modest expedition to help a troubled animal, readers are treated to clever riddles, vivid illustrations brought to life by narration, and a warm reminder that kindness can bridge the gap between species. The gentle humor and imaginative details make it a perfect listen for anyone who enjoys touch of magic in everyday life.

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Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (141K characters)

Release date

1996-04-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Hugh Lofting

Hugh Lofting

1886–1947

Best known for creating Doctor Dolittle, this English-born writer and illustrator turned playful animal adventures into some of the most loved children's books of the 20th century. His stories mixed humor, imagination, and a warm belief that animals had voices worth hearing.

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