Cat and Dog; Or, Memoirs of Puss and the Captain by Julia Charlotte Maitland

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Author Maitland, Julia Charlotte, -1864
Illustrator Weir, Harrison, 1824-1906
Title Cat and Dog; Or, Memoirs of Puss and the Captain
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Summary "Cat and Dog; Or, Memoirs of Puss and the Captain" by Julia Charlotte Maitland is a charming children's novel written in the mid-19th century. The story recounts the life of a dog named Captain, who narrates his experiences and adventures, particularly focusing on his relationships with humans and animals around him. The themes of friendship, loyalty, and the perspectives of animals make it an engaging read for both children and adults. The opening of the tale introduces us to Captain, a setter who reflects on his comfortable life in a gentleman’s manor house, where he enjoys the affections of his master and the young mistress, Lily. Captain's narrative establishes his personality as a proud yet sensitive dog, keen on defining his relationships based on mutual respect and affection. He recounts amusing anecdotes, including his interactions with Lily, training exercises, and encounters with undesirable guests—all portrayed with a delightful sense of humor and personality. This sets the stage for a rich exploration of Captain's life, his adventures, and the valuable lessons he learns along the way. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Dogs -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Animal welfare -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Cats -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 20868
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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