"The Island of Dr. Moreau" is a novel by H.G. Wells that explores themes of ethics, humanity, and the consequences of scientific experimentation. The story follows a shipwrecked man named Edward Prendick, who ends up on a mysterious island run by the enigmatic Dr. Moreau, a scientist conducting cruel experiments to transform animals into human-like creatures. As Prendick learns about Moreau's work, he grapples with the moral implications of playing God and the nature of identity.
The island is populated by the Beast Folk, who struggle with their animal instincts and the constraints imposed by Moreau. They live under his authoritarian rule, adhering to the "Law" he instills in them, which highlights the conflict between civilization and savagery. Prendick's presence on the island brings tension as he witnesses the breakdown of Moreau's control and the ethical questions surrounding the monstrosity created through experimentation.