Books like The town cats and other tales by Lloyd Alexander
This collection presents eight engaging tales in which feline protagonists intertwine with a range of characters—prince and princesses, talented fiddlers, humble cobblers, and powerful kings. Each story offers a playful, imaginative journey that highlights the cats’ wit and the colorful personalities of the human figures.
First publish date: 1977
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Lloyd Alexander
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