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Binding: HardcoverDewey Decimal Number: 636.800222 EAN: 9780060560416 ISBN: 006056041X Label: HarperCollins Manufacturer: HarperCollins Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 124 Publication Date: November 01, 2004 Publisher: HarperCollins Release Date: October 26, 2004 Studio: HarperCollins Related Items:
Browse for similar items by category: Click to Display Editorial Review: Product Description: What would cats say if they were of a mind to talk? Valerie Shaff and Roy Blount Jr. have a good idea ... On the heels of their hugely successful I Am Puppy, Hear Me Yap and If Only You Knew How Much I Smell You, Shaff and Blount have paired again, this time for a witty and insightful look at America's other favorite pet -- the cat. Shaff captures the essence of the ever-elusive cat in her gorgeous photographs, and Roy Blount Jr., who the New York Times says is "in serious contention for the title of America's Most Cherished Humorist," provides accompanying verse that seems to speak a cat's thoughts. The combined result is a touching and often hilarious take on the minds and hearts of felines. When I purr Don't infer It's because you pat. No, you pat Because I purr. I am the cat, Don't forget that. Average Rating:
 Rating:  - Superb work.Is this great literature? No. But it accomplishes what it set out to do very admirably; it is a delightful mix of poetry that captures the cat mindset perfectly and amazingly cute cat pictures that illustrate the point of the poem. I cannot see how it could do a better job of what it sets out to do; therefore, five stars. Rating: - The Wisest SpeciesWhether a cat lover or one puzzled by the history of cats in stories or one who feels intimidated by their presence, this is a book to cherish and to entertain and to remind us that felines have their own distinctive personalities that can vary from utter devotion and comfort to conscience-prying demigods! Photographer Valerie Shaff and writer Roy Blount, Jr. have collaborated in presenting this visually stunning, beautifully designed and charmingly written commentary on the cat. The ... Read More Rating: - When I purr...........Lovely poems and photos make this book a great gift for the cat lover. Most especially the poem which begins: When I purr .... check it out in the book and smile. Rating:  - Average photos, disappointing narrative.This book looked promising when I purchased it-the collaboration of a photographer and writer to produce a book that gives "voice" to the cat. I was disappointed that the reality did not live up to the promise. The photographs were not outstanding, I have seen better in several similiar collections. The narrative was truly disappointing. I felt that Roy Blount Jr really has no understanding of, or true appreciation for, cats. While he may have lived with cats in the past, and may have fond memories ... Read More Rating: - Fantastic!Ideal for anyone who is concerned they may confuse their cat for something else. 
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