THE ISLAND OF DOCTOR MOREAU - H.G. WELLS - by Ned Hartley
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Author: Ned Hartley
Illustrator: Nick Moffatt
Darkly intriguing, suspenseful, and thought-provoking, this adapted edition of THE ISLAND OF DOCTOR MOREAU introduces young readers to one of H. G. Wells’s most unsettling science-fiction classics - carefully reimagined for a new generation.
After being rescued from a shipwreck, English scientist Edward Prendick expects safety and civilisation. Instead, he finds himself travelling to a remote volcanic island with the secretive Montgomery. There, Prendick meets the brilliant - and terrifying - Doctor Moreau, whose experiments blur the line between human and animal.
On the island roam strange, human-like beasts created through shocking scientific procedures. Unsure who can be trusted - the beasts or the people - Prendick must learn how to survive, keep his wits about him, and find a way to escape before it’s too late.
Originally written by H. G. Wells, this edition has been skilfully adapted by Ned Hartley and brought to life with striking illustrations by Nick Moffatt. The simplified text and strong visual storytelling make complex ideas accessible while retaining the tension and moral questions of the original.
A strong stepping stone into classic literature, and iIdeal for curious readers who enjoy eerie mysteries and big ideas, The Island of Doctor Moreau challenges readers to think about responsibility, science, and survival - all within a gripping adventure story.