Letters from a Cat by Helen Hunt Jackson
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About this eBook
| Author | Jackson, Helen Hunt, 1830-1885 |
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| Title |
Letters from a Cat Published by Her Mistress for the Benefit of All Cats and the Amusement of Little Children |
| Credits |
Produced by V. L. Simpson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Letters from a Cat" by Helen Hunt Jackson is a whimsical collection of letters purportedly written by a cat to its young owner, reflecting the bond they share. Written in the late 19th century, the book captures the charm of children's literature from that period. The likely topic revolves around the adventures and thoughts of the cat, offering insights into its experiences, observations, and playful personality, which resonate with themes of love and companionship. The book unfolds through a series of epistles from a cat who expresses its emotions and recounts its daily activities while the little girl, Helen, is away. The cat, affectionately referred to as "Pussy," describes incidents like the mischief caused by household servants and the various mishaps it encounters, including a comedic ordeal involving a soft-soap barrel. Throughout the letters, the tone remains lighthearted and humorous, providing a view of cat life and its interactions with humans. The narrative also captures the deep emotional bond between the cat and Helen, highlighting themes of loyalty and affection, which are sure to delight young readers and cat lovers alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Pets -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Cats -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Euthanasia of animals -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32069 |
| Release Date | Apr 20, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 209 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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