Doctor Dolittle and The Kingdom of Monkeys

Name: Doctor Dolittle and The Kingdom of Monkeys
Brand: Findaway Voices
Availability: InStock
Author: Hugh Lofting
ISBN: 9780466030636

Author: Hugh Lofting, Ari Ross

Narrator: Ari Ross

Unabridged: 20 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Ari Ross

Published: 05/28/2026

Categories: Children's Fiction, Animal Stories, Action & Adventure Stories, Children's Social Themes

Synopsis

Step into a warm and whimsical world where kindness, courage, and compassion can bridge even the greatest differences.
In this gentle modern retelling of a beloved classic, Doctor John Dolittle leaves behind ordinary life to discover an extraordinary gift: the ability to speak with animals. Joined by his loyal companions—including Polynesia the wise parrot, Jip the faithful dog, Gub-Gub the cheerful pig, and Chee-Chee the monkey—Doctor Dolittle journeys across the sea to Africa, where an entire kingdom of monkeys desperately needs his help.
Filled with humor, adventure, friendship, and heartwarming moments, this adaptation celebrates the timeless values of empathy, curiosity, keeping one’s promises, and caring for others—whether human or animal.
Narrated in the warm style of a charming older British gentleman by Ari Ross, this soothing audiobook experience is accompanied by gentle, unobtrusive relaxing music that enhances the storytelling without distracting from it. The calming narration and soft musical atmosphere make this an ideal listening experience for bedtime, quiet family moments, classroom listening, or peaceful relaxation.
Young listeners and families alike will enjoy this uplifting tale that reminds us that kindness and understanding can open doors to wonderful adventures—and that listening with the heart is one of the greatest gifts of all.

About Hugh Lofting

Hugh Lofting (1886–1947) was a British author, trained as a civil engineer, who created the character of Dr. Dolittle-one of the classics of children's literature. After serving in World War I as an officer in the Irish Guards, in which he was seriously wounded, he and his family moved to Connecticut. He was married three times and had three children.

Lofting's doctor from Puddleby-on-the-Marsh who could speak to animals first saw light in the author's illustrated letters to children, written from the trenches during World War I when actual news, he later said, was either too horrible or too dull. The stories are set in early Victorian England. The Story of Dr. Dolittle is the first title in the series. The sequel, The Voyages of Dr. Dolittle, won Lofting the prestigious Newbery Medal. Eight more books followed, and the series has been adapted for film and television many times, for stage twice, and for radio.

Lofting produced a number of other books in addition to his Dr. Dolittle titles. Among his publications are the children's picture books The Story of Mrs. Tubbs and Tommy, Tilly, and Mrs. Tubbs; Porridge Poetry, a light-hearted book of poems for children; Noisy Nora; The Twilight of Magic; and Victory for the Slain, an epic poem and the only work Lofting wrote for adults.

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