16,99 €
inkl. MwSt.
Versandkostenfrei*
Versandfertig in 1-2 Wochen
payback
8 °P sammeln
  • Broschiertes Buch

This is an illustrated edition featuring captivating artwork, a detailed summary, an author biography, and a comprehensive list of characters. The Island of Dr. Moreau by H.G. Wells is a chilling exploration of science, morality, and the boundaries of humanity. The story follows Edward Prendick, a shipwreck survivor, who finds himself stranded on a mysterious island inhabited by Doctor Moreau, a scientist driven by his dark obsession with vivisection and genetic manipulation. As Prendick uncovers the horrifying experiments that transform animals into grotesque human-animal hybrids, he grapples…mehr

Produktbeschreibung
This is an illustrated edition featuring captivating artwork, a detailed summary, an author biography, and a comprehensive list of characters. The Island of Dr. Moreau by H.G. Wells is a chilling exploration of science, morality, and the boundaries of humanity. The story follows Edward Prendick, a shipwreck survivor, who finds himself stranded on a mysterious island inhabited by Doctor Moreau, a scientist driven by his dark obsession with vivisection and genetic manipulation. As Prendick uncovers the horrifying experiments that transform animals into grotesque human-animal hybrids, he grapples with questions of ethics, identity, and the blurred line between man and beast. Wells masterfully blends elements of science fiction and horror, delivering a tale that is both thought-provoking and unsettling. This illustrated edition brings Wells' visionary and haunting narrative to life, offering readers an immersive experience. Perfect for fans of classic science fiction and gothic literature, The Island of Dr. Moreau remains a timeless reflection on the dangers of unrestrained scientific ambition.
Autorenporträt
Herbert George Wells (1866-1946) Herbert George Wells was born on September 21, 1866 at Bromley, Kent in England and died on August 13, 1946, London. He was an English novelist, journalist, sociologist, and historian best known for his science fiction novels as The Time Machine and The War of the Worlds and comic novels such as The History of Mr. Polly. H.G. Wells was a pioneer of the science fiction genre and a man of unlimited imagination. He was a prolific English writer in many genres, including the novel, history, politics, social commentary, and textbooks and rules for war games. Wells is now best remembered for his science fiction novels and is called the father of science fiction. His most popular science fiction works include The Time Machine, The Island of Doctor Moreau, The Invisible Man, and The War of the Worlds.