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Doctor Dolittle's Circus
Paperback
AnimalsGeneral Juvenile Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025614182
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 396
Weight: 1.22
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Doctor Dolittle's Circus is a charming installment in Hugh Lofting's classic series about the eccentric physician who possesses the extraordinary ability to speak with animals. In this adventure, the kind-hearted doctor finds himself in financial straits and decides to join a traveling circus to earn a living for his unique household. However, Dolittle soon discovers that the world of entertainment is not always kind to its animal performers.
The story centers on his efforts to rescue Sophie, a performing seal who longs to return to the ocean to find her husband. Along with his loyal companions-including the pushmi-pullyu, Jip the dog, and Dab-Dab the duck-Doctor Dolittle navigates the challenges of circus life while maintaining his unwavering commitment to animal welfare. Lofting's narrative combines whimsical humor with a gentle critique of how society treats animals, making it a timeless tale of compassion and ingenuity.
This work showcases the Doctor's resourcefulness as he transforms the circus into a place where animals are treated with dignity and respect, solidifying his legacy as one of literature's most beloved protectors of the natural world.
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