Ethical Dilemmas and Human Nature in H.G. Wells’ the Island of Dr. Moreau
Words: 644 1402H.G. Wells' "The Island of Dr. Moreau" delves deep into the complexities of ethical dilemmas and the darker facets of human nature. This 1896 science fiction classic examines the dire consequences of unrestrained scientific experimentation. Through the narrative of Edward Prendick, a shipwreck survivor who stumbles upon a mysterious island, Wells prompts readers to ponder the limits of human knowledge, the morality of playing god, and the true essence of humanity. Central to the novel is Dr. Moreau, an exiled […]