
THE ADVENTURES OF A CAT - AND A FINE CAT TOO!
THE ADVENTURES OF A CAT - AND A FINE CAT TOO! - By ALFRED ELWES, - AUTHOR OF 'THE ADVENTURES OF A BEAR,' 'THE ADVENTURES OF A DOG,' ETC. - With Eight Illustrations by Harrison Weir.
PREFACE.
ILLUSTRATIONS.
INTRODUCTION.
KITTENHOOD.
DANGERS.
A NEW LEAF.
LOVE AND WAR.
REFLECTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS.
In this lively memoir a witty cat named Minette recounts her early days in the bustling town of Caneville. Through a series of vivid episodes she meets curious dogs, clever bears and a parade of city characters, each encounter revealing a slice of animal society that mirrors our own. The narrator’s voice blends humor with quiet introspection, inviting listeners to see the world through feline eyes.
The first act follows Minette’s climb from a pampered house pet to an unexpected heroine, as she navigates a mischievous visitor, a daring escape, and a chance to prove her loyalty to the humans who love her. Accompanied by eight charming illustrations, the story balances lighthearted adventure with gentle lessons about gratitude, courage, and the surprising depth of a cat’s feelings. Listeners will be drawn into a portrait of a fine cat whose charm and curiosity make every moment feel fresh.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (96K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Garcia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)
Release date
May 24, 2010
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

d. 1888
A Victorian man of letters, he wrote lively children's fiction while also working as a teacher, philologist, and translator of European literature. His books often reflect a strong interest in languages, travel, and storytelling across cultures.
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