The Island of Doctor Moreau is a disturbing exploration of human nature, morality, and scientific hubris. Published in 1896, it follows Edward Prendick, shipwrecked on an isolated island where Dr. Moreau conducts grotesque experiments, transforming animals into semi-human beings. Wells’s novel interrogates the boundaries between civilization and savagery, raising profound ethical concerns about scientific advancement and humanity’s place in nature. Its vivid, unsettling imagery and philosophical depth make it a foundational work in science fiction and horror literature.
