The Island of Doctor Moreau

Summary

"The Island of Doctor Moreau" is a science fiction novel by H.G. Wells, first published in 1896. The story revolves around Edward Prendick, a shipwreck survivor who finds himself on a remote island controlled by the mysterious Doctor Moreau. Moreau, a disgraced vivisectionist, is conducting horrifying experiments, transforming animals into human-like creatures. As Prendick explores the island, he grapples with themes of identity, morality, and the ethical limits of scientific exploration.