Doctor Dolittle's Post Office (Illustrated Edition)
By Hugh Lofting
Length6h 55m
About this audiobook
In "Doctor Dolittle's Post Office," Hugh Lofting continues the enchanting adventures of the beloved veterinarian who can converse with animals. This illustrated edition showcases Lofting's signature whimsical style, enmeshing readers in a world where anthropomorphic characters share their stories through a charming narrative rife with humor and compassion. As Doctor Dolittle embarks on his mission to establish a postal service for animals, the text weaves themes of communication, community, and empathy, reflecting the author's progressive ideals during the early 20th century, a time marked by both imperialism and burgeoning environmental awareness. Hugh Lofting, an English author and illustrator, was deeply influenced by his experiences as a soldier during World War I and his subsequent travels. His love for nature and animals, which he cherished as a child, manifest vividly in Dolittle's character and adventures. The book serves not only as a delightful tale for children but also as a critique of human-centric society, embodying Lofting's advocacy for understanding and kindness towards all living beings. "Doctor Dolittle's Post Office" is an essential read for anyone who cherishes whimsical storytelling filled with moral undertones. It invites readers of all ages to explore the vibrant world of Doctor Dolittle, encouraging them to perceive the importance of compassion and connection across species, making it a timeless classic.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length6 hrs 55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Prologue
21Chapter II The Doctor's Story
2PART I
22Chapter III Gub-Gub's Story
3Chapter I Zuzana
23Chapter IV Dab-Dab's Story
4Chapter II The Doctor's Reception on the Warship
24Chapter V The White Mouse's Story
5Chapter III A Great Gunner
25Chapter VI Jip's Story
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6Chapter IV The Royal Mails of Fantippo
26Chapter VII Too-Too's Story
7Chapter V The Voyage Delayed
27Chapter VIII The Pushmi-Pullyu's Story
8Chapter VI No-Man's-Land
28PART IV
9Chapter VII The Animals' Paradise
29Chapter I Parcel Post
10Chapter VIII The Swiftest Mail in the World
30Chapter II The Great Mail Robbery
11PART II
31Chapter III Pearls and Brussels Sprouts
12Chapter I A Most Unusual Post Office
32Chapter IV Pearl Divers
13Chapter II Cheapside
33Chapter V Obombo's Rebellion
14Chapter III The Birds That Helped Columbus
34Chapter VI The Doctor's Release
15Chapter IV Cape Stephen Light
35Chapter VII A Mysterious Letter
16Chapter V Gulls and Ships
36Chapter VIII The Land of the Mangrove Swamps
17Chapter VI Weather Bureaus
37Chapter IX The Secret Lake
18Chapter VII Teaching By Mail
38Chapter X The Postmaster General's Last Order
19PART III
39Chapter XI Goodbye to Fantippo
20Chapter I The Animals' Magazine
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