The famous and frequently adapted children's book "Doctor Dolittle" is a classic of children's literature. The animals are well cared for by Doctor Dolittle, as the country doctor speaks their language—parrot lady Polynesia taught it to him. People hardly come to his practice anymore, and soon the last penny will be spent, but then he receives an important mission: a great ape disease has broken out in Africa. Dolittle sets off, accompanied by Dab-Dab the duck, Jip the dog, Göb-Göb the piglet, and the owl Tuh-Tuh. "Mr. Lofting has heart and is a poet," wrote Kurt Tucholsky about this enchanting children's book classic, "everything radiates humor.".