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Ross, Charles H. (Charles Henry)
1897
Ross, Charles Henry
Ross, C. H. (Charles Henry)
Butt, Boswell, Esq.
Sloper, Ally
Evans, Edmund
The Book of Cats
A Chit-chat Chronicle of Feline Facts and Fancies, Legendary, Lyrical, Medical, Mirthful and Miscellaneous
Illustrated by the author.
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"The Book of Cats" by Charles H. Ross is a collection of whimsical anecdotes, observations, and facts about felines, written in the late 19th century. This engaging work seeks to explore the cultural, historical, and humorous aspects of cats while dispelling common myths and misconceptions. Ross presents a delightful narrative that takes readers through various kinds of cats and the legendary stories surrounding them. At the start of the book, Ross reveals his initial inspiration for writing about cats after humorous encounters with friends who doubted that a book on such a well-trodden subject could be interesting. Despite their skepticism, he dives into extensive research and showcases his findings, critiquing previous accounts that portray cats negatively. The opening chapters express both the personal charm of cats and the societal misconceptions about their nature, setting the tone for a light-hearted yet informative journey into the world of these mysterious creatures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 69.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Cats -- Anecdotes
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