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Great Cat Tales gathers a diverse array of short works that honor the mysterious allure of cats. The volume includes historic pieces such as Leigh Hunt’s "The Cat by the Fire" and Rudyard Kipling’s mythic "The Cat That Walked by Himself," alongside modern favorites like Patricia Highsmith’s unsettling "Ming's Biggest Prey" and P.G. Wodehouse’s humorous "The Story of Webster." Poetic contributions by Emily Dickinson, John Keats, and W.B. Yeats add lyrical depth. Designed for readers who delight in feline charm, the book balances timeless favorites with fresh, engaging perspectives.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Jacob A. Riis
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