20 - Island of Doctor Moreau by H. G. Wells

In 1896, H.G. Wells unleashed a chilling tale with The Island of Doctor Moreau. After a harrowing shipwreck leads him to an unexpected rescue, Edward Prendick finds himself on a mysterious island where dark science reigns supreme. As a man of intellect, Prendick grapples with the ethical dilemmas posed by the islands twisted experiments. His internal conflict becomes increasingly apparent as he confronts the grotesque creations around him. At the heart of this iconic science fiction narrative lies a profound question can the pursuit of knowledge and progress become more perilous than the very ailments they seek to mend? (Summary by Tom Haire)