The Story of Doctor Dolittle
Chapter 9: The Monkeys Council
by Hugh Lofting
The monkey council, disappointed by news of the doctor's inevitable departure, decide to give a gift to show their gratitude.
The monkey council, disappointed by news of the doctor's inevitable departure, decide to give a gift to show their gratitude.
Polynesia comes up with a plan to deal with Ben Butcher.
Long Arrow is upset the passing of a village elder. Doctor Dolittle and his group, having been invited to a great feast, make their way to the village.
After a number of delays, the Curlew departs to great fanfare and celebration by the citizens of Puddleby.
Tommy's abilities continue to progress under the tutelage of Polynesia. A long lost friend returns from Africa.
The method for representing various propositions is explained.
As the voyage continues, Doctor Dolittle once again attempts to understand the language of the shellfish.
After the discovery of some old friends on board the Curlew, Doctor Dolittle is forced to make an unplanned stop.
A suggestion from the Cat's-meat-man prompts John Dolittle to undertake a new venture, starting with the understanding of the animal language. Amongst the animals, word spreads of a new doctor with a special ability.
Dr. Dolittle's maritime travels come to an abrupt end. As the doctor and his passengers prepare to go ashore, a stowaway is discovered aboard ship. Dr. Dolittle introduces himself to the natives before embarking on the next leg of his journey.
Having come across an injured squirrel, Tommy is directed to the office of John Dolittle by his friends. Matthew tells Tommy of the good doctors many voyages. Upon arriving at the doctor's house, the visitors encounter the loyal dog Jip, but find that the doctor is no where to be found.
The king, angered Polynesia's deception, pursues Doctor Dolittle as he rushes towards the Land of the Monkeys. Chee-Chee uses his knowledge of the island to ensure the Doctor's safety. Doctor Dolittle witnesses the famous "Bridge of Apes".
Tommy awakens to a dire situation, awash in the Curlew's wreckage.
Disgusted by the local custom of bullfighting, Doctor Dolittle makes a bet with the influential Don Enrique, with Prince Bumpo making a side bet of his own.
Utterson speaks to Jekyll, but doesn’t get the answers that he is looking for regarding Mr. Hyde.
A pharmacist conspires to diminish the capacity of a rival suitor.
As the Curlew prepares to depart, an old friend arrives just in time to join the crew.
Having become lost while heading towards the shore, Doctor Dolittle and the animals are once again taken prisoner by the King of Jolliginki. Polynesia has a conversation with Prince Bumpo.
Having won his wager, Doctor Dolittle and and his part prepare for a hasty departure, fearing reprisal from the angry citizens of Monteverde.
The story of Dr. Reefy and his brief, but happy marriage to a much younger woman.
As the election ends, the good doctor finds himself in a peculiar situation.
Doctor Dolittle addresses the subject of returning back to Puddleby.
Having been visited by various sea creatures attempting to save the trapped snail, Doctor Dolittle suddenly has a breakthrough with the shellfish language.
Chee-Chee, having grown homesick without Polynesia, makes her way back to Puddleby.
The Invisible Man returns to The Coach and Horses to retrieve some important documents. (London, England; Pearson's Magazine, 1897)