copyright 1948, "Fifty-First Impression"; J.B. Lippincott publishers, New York; hardbound in decorative, illustrated red boards; quite good condition with unmarked pages except for original owner's name inside front; strong binding; no dust jacket.
 
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Doctor John Dolittle loves animals. He loves them so much that his home and office overflow with animals of every description. When Polynesia the parrot teaches him the language of the animals, Doctor Dolittle becomes a world-famous doctor, traveling even as far away as Africa to help his friends. This edition of the beloved children's classic contains black-and-white illustrations by Michael Hague and has been edited by award-winning authors Patricia and Fredrick McKissack for modern audiences.