Skip to content

The Story of Doctor Dolittle
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Story of Doctor Dolittle Hardcover - 1997

by Hugh Lofting; Michael Hague (Illustrator); McKissack

When a swallow arrives in Puddleby-on-the-Marsh with the news that the monkeys of Africa are ill and only the doctor who talks to animals can save them, Doctor Dolittle and such good friends as Jip, his loyal dog, and Dab-Dab, his housekeeper duck, face great danger and challenges as they travel to Africa to save the monkeys. Full color.


About this book

The Story of Doctor Dolittle is a 1920 book about Doctor John Dolittle and his animals. This book is the first in a series of children's books by Hugh Lofting. Doctor Dolittle is a doctor who can speak with the animals in their own languages. He starts treating animals instead of human patients.

From the publisher

Foreword by Patricia C. McKissack and Fredrick L. McKissack. Afterword by Peter Glassman.

When a swallow arrives in Puddleby-on-the-Marsh with the news that the monkeys of Africa are ill and only the doctor who talks with animals can save them, Doctor Dolittle and such good friends as Jip, his loyal dog, and Dab-Dab, his housekeeper duck, face their greatest challenge. Together they must sail to Africa, battle a band of cutthroat pirates, flee across a gorge on a bridge made of acrobatic apes, and convince the king of the beasts that even he must help an animal in need. With nearly fifty full-page pictures from Michael Hague and the McKissacks artful reworking of the dilemma faced by Prince Bumpo, this treasured story is now available in a deluxe edition that all families will want to explore again and again.

Details

  • Title The Story of Doctor Dolittle
  • Author Hugh Lofting; Michael Hague (Illustrator); McKissack
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition Library Binding
  • Pages 176
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher HarperCollins, New York
  • Date 1997
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780688140014 / 0688140017
  • Weight 1.22 lbs (0.55 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.26 x 7.12 x 0.64 in (23.52 x 18.08 x 1.63 cm)
  • Ages 08 to 12 years
  • Grade levels 3 - 7
  • Reading level 820
  • Themes
    • Theometrics: Secular
    • Topical: Gift
  • Library of Congress subjects Animals, Fantasy
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 96051193
  • Dewey Decimal Code FIC

Media reviews

Citations

  • Hornbook Guide to Children, 07/01/1997, Page 75
Back to Top

More Copies for Sale

The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

by Hugh Lofting

  • Used
Condition
UsedGood
ISBN 13
9780688140014
ISBN 10
0688140017
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Imperial, Missouri, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$8.42
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
UsedGood. The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.
Item Price
NZ$8.42
FREE shipping to USA
The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

by Hugh Lofting; Michael Hague [Illustrator]; Peter Glassman [Afterword]; Patricia McKissack [Foreword]; Fredrick McKissack [Foreword];

  • Used
  • good
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780688140014
ISBN 10
0688140017
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Kingwood, Texas, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$9.62
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins, 1997-09-26. Hardcover. Good. 6x0x9.
Item Price
NZ$9.62
FREE shipping to USA
The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

by Hugh Lofting

  • Used
  • Acceptable
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Acceptable
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780688140014
ISBN 10
0688140017
Quantity Available
7
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$10.51
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins, 1997. Hardcover. Acceptable. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Item Price
NZ$10.51
FREE shipping to USA
The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

by Hugh Lofting

  • Used
  • good
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780688140014
ISBN 10
0688140017
Quantity Available
8
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$10.51
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins, 1997. Hardcover. Good. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Item Price
NZ$10.51
FREE shipping to USA
The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

by Hugh Lofting

  • Used
  • good
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780688140014
ISBN 10
0688140017
Quantity Available
6
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$10.51
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins, 1997. Hardcover. Good. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Item Price
NZ$10.51
FREE shipping to USA
The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

by Hugh Lofting

  • Used
  • good
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780688140014
ISBN 10
0688140017
Quantity Available
2
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$10.51
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins, 1997. Hardcover. Good. Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Item Price
NZ$10.51
FREE shipping to USA
The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

by Hugh Lofting

  • Used
  • Acceptable
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Acceptable
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780688140014
ISBN 10
0688140017
Quantity Available
3
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$10.51
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins, 1997. Hardcover. Acceptable. Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Item Price
NZ$10.51
FREE shipping to USA
The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

by Hugh Lofting

  • Used
  • good
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780688140014
ISBN 10
0688140017
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$10.51
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins, 1997. Hardcover. Good. Former library book; Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Item Price
NZ$10.51
FREE shipping to USA
The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Books of Wonder)

by Hugh Lofting

  • Used
  • very good
  • Hardcover
Condition
Used - Very Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 13
9780688140014
ISBN 10
0688140017
Quantity Available
1
Seller
Seattle, Washington, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$12.23
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins, 1997. Hardcover. Very Good. Disclaimer:Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Item Price
NZ$12.23
FREE shipping to USA
The Story of Doctor Dolittle
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Story of Doctor Dolittle

by Lofting, Hugh, McKissack, Patricia & Fredrick

  • Used
Condition
Used - Good
ISBN 13
9780688140014
ISBN 10
0688140017
Quantity Available
2
Seller
Mishawaka, Indiana, United States
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Item Price
NZ$12.27
FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:
HarperCollins Publishers. Used - Good. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.
Item Price
NZ$12.27
FREE shipping to USA