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Mrs. Lovewright is sure that a cat is just what she needs. Until she acquires a cat that has a mind of its own. The book explores the unexpected companionship between Mrs. Lovewright and her cat, Purrless, and how a feline's independent spirit can change a person's life.
First publish date: 1985
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Lore Segal
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