
The Autobiography of a Cat - BY - MIRANDA ELIOT SWAN
INTRODUCTION
DAISY - THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF A CAT
DAISY - AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY
I. EARLY DAYS
II. MY MOTHER'S STORY
III. MY HOME
IV. DAISY'S PARTY
V. REVERSES
VI. DAISY'S ADVENTURE
A mischievous yet tender voice spills out from the paws of a Boston kitten who claims to have lived a full eighteen years. From his humble birth in a clothes‑basket to the early lessons of self‑reliance taught by a striking mother cat with “white feet,” the narrative rolls through first‑day adventures, sunny windowsills and the simple delights of chasing shadows. The storyteller’s humor shines as he describes the world from a low, whiskered perspective, turning ordinary household moments into vivid vignettes that feel both nostalgic and fresh.
Beyond the charming anecdotes, the cat’s memoir carries a quiet urgency, shining a light on the everyday cruelties faced by domestic felines and urging compassion for all “dumb” animals. Each episode blends gentle wit with heartfelt advocacy, offering listeners a blend of entertainment and moral reflection. The tone remains warm and conversational, making it a soothing companion for anyone who has ever loved a pet or wondered what a cat might say if it could write its own story.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (380K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Adam Buchbinder, Mark Young and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)
Release date
2011-10-23
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

Best known for a charming cat memoir from around 1900, this little-known writer left behind a single enduring book that still delights animal lovers. Her work gives a house cat a lively, observant voice and turns everyday domestic life into gentle comedy.
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