After Doctor Dolittles pet parrot teaches him how to talk to animals, creatures from all over the world start asking him for help.
When he hears that there are sick monkeys in Africa, the doctor and seven of his animal friends set sail to cure them. On their journey, they meet a cruel king, a stubborn lion and ruthless pirates. Will Doctor Dolittle overcome these challenges with the aid of his animal friends?
About The Easy Classics Children's Collection Volume 2:
A collection of ten of the most well-loved and timeless childrens stories. Fondly repackaged, adapted and illustrated to be enjoyed by readers 7+. Whether you are young or old, these stories are filled with adventure and fun!
Readers will skip across the Swiss Alps, journey down the Mississippi River, and return to Wonderland. Theyll meet the infamous Long John Silver, discover how friendship can emerge in the unlikeliest of places, and even come face to face with a wish-granting sand fairy!
Catherine Veitch followed up her English degree with a primary teaching certificate, where she often used stories as the starting points for lessons. With a passion for educating children in a fun, inspiring way, and oodles of ideas, Catherine started life working in childrens magazines as a writer before moving into book publishing as an editor/writer. Shes now a freelance childrens writer full time and writes early years fiction, non-fiction, puzzle, activity and phonics books, in addition to adapting classic tales. When shes not writing, youll find Catherine on a yoga mat or heading off for an adventure along the coast.
Leila Nabih is a freelance illustrator based in the UK with a passion for storytelling and visual rhetoric.
She's always been captivated by books and storytelling. As a freelance children's book and picture book illustrator, Leila combines the whimsical beauty of flowers, gardens, and nature with the magic of childhood to create soft, organic, and playful illustrations.
Whether she's using colored pencils, chalk pastels, or digital media, Leila aims to bring stories to life with a touch of whimsy and the natural worlds delicate charm.
