Publisher's Synopsis

The Island of Doctor Moreau: A Possibility is a science fiction novel written by H.G. Wells and published in 1896. The story follows Edward Prendick, a shipwreck survivor who finds himself stranded on an isolated island inhabited by a mad scientist named Doctor Moreau. Moreau has been conducting horrific experiments on animals, turning them into human-like creatures through a process called vivisection. Prendick soon discovers that the island is home to a menagerie of these hybrid creatures, who are struggling to maintain their humanity despite their animal instincts. As he tries to make sense of the bizarre and unsettling world he has stumbled into, Prendick must also confront the moral implications of Moreau's experiments and the horrifying consequences of playing God with nature.The Island of Doctor Moreau is a gripping and thought-provoking exploration of science, ethics, and the boundaries of human knowledge. Wells' vivid descriptions of the island and its inhabitants create a haunting and unsettling atmosphere that lingers long after the book is finished. This classic work of science fiction continues to captivate readers with its timeless themes and vivid storytelling.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781436517461
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
DEWEY: FIC
Language: English
Number of pages: 252
Weight: 540g
Height: 229mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 18mm