Doctor Dolittle

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Diving into the World of Doctor Dolittle: Where Animals Speak and Adventures Begin

Imagine a Victorian-era vet who chats with cheetahs, befriends bats, and sings with seals. Traveling the world on whimsical adventures, Doctor Dolittle deciphers animal dilemmas and outwits human ignorance, all while spreading kindness through his uncanny bond with nature.

Doctor Dolittle Trivia

What is the main ability of Doctor Dolittle in the famous series of children's books? (Medium)
#1: He can fly
#2: He can see into the future
#3: He can talk to animals
#4: He can become invisible
Who is the author of the Doctor Dolittle series of children's books? (Genius)
#1: Lewis Carroll
#2: Hugh Lofting
#3: Rudyard Kipling
#4: E.B. White
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Doctor Dolittle Fun Facts

Doctor Dolittle can speak to animals.
In the original Hugh Lofting books, Doctor Dolittle sails on a ship named the Pushmi-Pullyu.

Doctor Dolittle Polls

Who is your favorite animal character in Doctor Dolittle?
Polynesia the Parrot
Chee-Chee the Monkey
Gub-Gub the Pig
Jip the Dog
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Which Doctor Dolittle book is your favorite?
The Story of Doctor Dolittle
The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle
Doctor Dolittle's Circus
Doctor Dolittle's Zoo
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Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

creation
1917

Creation of Doctor Dolittle Character

Hugh Lofting creates the character Doctor John Dolittle, a man who can talk to animals, initially through a series of letters from the trenches in World War I.

publication
October 15, 1920

Publication of 'The Story of Doctor Dolittle'

The first full book featuring Doctor Dolittle is published, introducing readers to the multilingual doctor and his adventures with animals.

film
June 27, 1967

Release of 'Doctor Dolittle' Film (1967)

A major live-action musical film adaptation starring Rex Harrison is released, bringing the character to a wide movie audience.

film
July 24, 1998

Release of 'Doctor Dolittle' Film Reboot (1998)

Eddie Murphy stars in a modernized film adaptation of Doctor Dolittle, introducing the character to a new generation.

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