Edward Prendick is the main character in H.G. Wells' science fiction novel, The Island of Doctor Moreau. He is a shipwreck survivor who finds himself on a mysterious island inhabited by strange creatures. These creatures are the result of unethical experiments conducted by the scientist Dr. Moreau. Throughout the story, Prendick grapples with the moral implications of Moreau's work and the nature of humanity. His experiences on the island challenge his understanding of civilization and the boundaries between humans and animals, leading to profound reflections on ethics and identity.