The Island of Doctor Moreau, Chapter 11 summary
Chapter 11 of 23 · 8 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 11, Prendick believes Moreau experiments on humans, attacks Montgomery with a makeshift weapon, and flees into hiding before escaping a pursuing dog through water. Hunger and a growing willingness to risk his life lead him to follow a speaking, ape-like creature toward the Beast People’s homes.
What happens
- Convinced that Moreau turns human victims into beasts, Prendick tears a nailed rail from a chair and swings it at Montgomery.
- Prendick escapes Montgomery and his attendant, hides among canes, and worries about weapons, food, and drink.
- A baying dog drives him from cover; he wades through a creek and hides among ferns.
- Prendick considers drowning as an escape from torture, but curiosity keeps him alive.
- A speaking, ape-like creature approaches, counts his fingers, and offers to guide Prendick to food at the huts.
- Prendick follows his guide across smoking ground and into a dark, foul-smelling chasm.
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What to notice
Curiosity begins to outweigh fear. Prendick chooses to follow a creature whom he hopes might offer food and help.
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How does Prendick try to escape the pursuing dog?
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