Doctor Dolittle the Complete Collection, Vol. 3: Doctor Dolittle's Zoo; Doctor Dolittle's Puddleby Adventures; Doctor Dolittle's Garden - Paperback

Doctor Dolittle Complete Collection Volume 3

This collection brings together three beloved Doctor Dolittle novels by Hugh Lofting, fully updated for modern readers while preserving the original charm. Perfect for children ages 9-12, these stories follow the kind and eccentric naturalist who can speak with animals as he returns to his home in Puddleby-on-the-Marsh.

Three Complete Novels in One Volume

Doctor Dolittle's Zoo begins with the Doctor expanding his menagerie upon returning home, including establishing a unique home for crossbred dogs. His growing collection of animals brings endless adventures and challenges.

Doctor Dolittle's Puddleby Adventures shares a multitude of tales from the Doctor's daily life, featuring Kling, the Dog Detective, who solves an intriguing mystery alongside other memorable animal characters.

Doctor Dolittle's Garden explores the Doctor's latest linguistic challenge as he delves into the languages of insects, culminating in an unexpected visit from the Giant Lunar Moth.

Updated Classic Literature for Young Readers

Working with original author Hugh Lofting's son, these editions have been carefully updated to resonate with contemporary audiences while maintaining the whimsical storytelling and imaginative world-building that made the series a children's literature classic.

About Hugh Lofting

Hugh Lofting (1886-1947) created the timeless character of Doctor Dolittle, inspiring multiple major motion pictures over six decades. His stories have brought the character to life through performances by Rex Harrison, Eddie Murphy, and Robert Downey Jr. in the 2020 film Dolittle.

This paperback collection from Aladdin offers young readers an engaging introduction to classic fantasy fiction, combining humor, adventure, and the unique premise of human-animal communication that has captivated generations.

Just in time for the major motion picture Dolittle starring Robert Downey Jr.--soaring into theaters on January 17, 2020