The Island of Dr.Moreau by H G Wells
Part of the "Everyman" series, which includes a themed introduction, a chronology of the author, a plot summary and reading list. This novel raises ethical questions about man's ability through science to control the evolutionary process.
HG Wells was born in Bromley, Kent in 1866. After working as a draper's apprentice and pupil-teacher, he won a scholarship to the Normal School of Science in 1884, studying under T H Huxley. He was awarded a first-class honours degree in biology and resumed teaching but had to retire after a kick from an ill-natured pupil afflicted his kidneys. He worked in poverty in London as a crammer while experimenting in journalism and stories. It was with The Time Machine (1895) that he had his real breakthrough.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780460872584 |
| ISBN 10 | 0460872583 |
| Title | The Island of Dr.Moreau |
| Author | H G Wells |
| Series | Everyman |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Orion Publishing Co |
| Year published | 1993-07-01 |
| Number of pages | 173 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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