Doctor Dolittle The Complete Collection, Vol. 1
The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle; The Story of Doctor Dolittle; Doctor Dolittle's Post Office
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About The Book
Journey into the world of Doctor Dolittle, the kind and eccentric naturalist who can speak with animals. Working with original author Hugh Lofting’s son, these books have been fully updated for the modern listener, all while retaining the full charm of the originals. Volume 1 of this collection is now available on audio!
Rediscover the children’s literature classic with three novels from the beloved series!
Here are the good Doctor’s three exciting tales of world travel, beginning with his greatest adventure. In The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle, winner of the prestigious Newbery Medal, the Doctor and his young assistant, Tommy Stubbins, travel in search of the brilliant naturalist Long Arrow, culminating in a meeting with the most fabled creature of all, the Great Glass Sea Snail! The Story of Doctor Dolittle details how the Doctor came to learn the languages of animals, and how he was called to Africa where he meets the rarest of all beasts, the marvelous two-headed pushmi-pullyu! And in another African adventure, Doctor Dolittle’s Post Office, the Doctor establishes the only postal service in the world where birds deliver the mail!
About The Reader
James Langton trained as an actor at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama and later as a musician at the Guildhall School in London. He has worked in radio, film and television, also appearing in theater in England and on Broadway. James was born in York, England and now lives in New York City.
Product Details
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio (November 12, 2019)
- Runtime: 15 hours and 19 minutes
- ISBN13: 9781797101439
- Ages: 8 - 12
Raves and Reviews
"Narrator James Langton embodies the exuberant fun and charm of three classic stories: 'The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle,' 'The Story of Doctor Dolittle,' and 'Doctor Dolittle's Post Office.' Langston's tone reflects the heartfelt emotions of the endearing, excitable, eccentric naturalist who communicates with animals. Sweeping listeners along on thrilling world-travel adventures, Langton creates distinct and memorable voices for each human and animal the good doctor meets."
– AudioFile Magazine
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