The Island of Doctor Moreau: a Study in Ethics and Science Fiction
Words: 648 1616H.G. Wells' "The Island of Doctor Moreau" is a classic of early science fiction, addressing topics that are still important in today's culture. This 1896 book explores the moral limits of scientific research as well as the essence of mankind, raising issues that contradict readers' preconceptions and moral convictions. Set on a remote island, the story follows Edward Prendick, a shipwreck survivor who encounters the enigmatic Doctor Moreau. Moreau, a scientist exiled from England due to his controversial experiments, continues […]