Books and cats, a Purr-fect pair.

Continuing with Miss Sue Ann's dog theme of a few weeks ago, I thought it may be fun to do an entry about some wonderful literary cats.

Famous author and illustrator Edward Gorey once was quoted, "Books. Cats. Life is good." And who could blame him? Most cat lovers know there is nothing better than curling up on a quiet afternoon with a good book and a purring kitty in your lap.

Here are a few of my favorite books about cats.

Dewey. There's a Cat in the Library! by Vicki Myron

Based on the true story of an abandoned kitten who became a library's mascot, Dewey is illustrated to look so soft and fluffy young readers (and their parents) will feel as if they can simply reach through the pages and pet him. Children will be overjoyed as Dewey wins the hearts of everyone in his new home and learns what it means to be a library cat.



Two Bobbies, a true story of Hurricane Katrina, Friendship and Survival By Kirby Larson

This next book is also based on a true story and it is truly amazing. It tells the story of a dog and cat found wandering the streets together during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Both were rescued and named Bobbi due to the fact that both had bobbed tails. However, when the shelter attempted to put the two in different cages the true meaning of the pair's inseparable nature was revealed. Bobbi the cat was blind and Bobbi the dog appeared to serve as his seeing eye dog! The book ends with a note and picture of the real Bobbies. A touching tale not to be missed.




Cat Dreams by Ursula Le Guin

For lighter fare this story by Ursula Le Guin strives to give us a window into the adventures our cats have while they appear to be peacefully asleep. Cat Dreams assures its readers that while a cat may think herself a lioness in her dreams, she is always a kitten in our laps.


Bad Kitty gets a Bath by Nick Bruel


Probably one of the funniest and my favorite of all cat books, this is actually a chapter book that can be enjoyed by everyone from a reluctant reader to an avid book worm and cat lover. As anyone who has ever tried to bathe a cat knows, cats hate water. Author, Nick Bruel repeats this fact in numerous ways which include several of the most humorous illustrations I have ever seen. This step-by-step story subtly adds a few educational tidbits of information while preserving the fun of the story. Check it out. You will not regret it, though Bad Kitty will remain unamused throughout the tale.

Posted by Miss Jessikah