
A stormy afternoon finds Aunt Amy isolated in her farmhouse, longing for a story to lift her spirits. When the usually silent Mrs. Mouser Cat steps into the doorway and begins to speak, the unexpected conversation sparks a charming exchange that promises more than idle chatter.
Mrs. Mouser offers a whimsical tale about the origins of cats’ hunting instincts, recalling a time when felines and mice were friends and how a city‑dwelling cat’s hunger transformed that relationship forever. The narrative weaves humor with gentle folklore, inviting listeners to imagine a world where animal legends explain everyday quirks.
As the rain drums on the windows, Aunt Amy’s curiosity deepens, and the cat hints at another curious episode involving a snowfall and a mysterious white kitten. The story unfolds with a warm, gentle tone, perfect for anyone seeking a cozy, imaginative escape on a rainy day.
Language
en
Duration
~59 minutes (56K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Tonya Allen and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
Release date
2005-04-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Best known for gentle animal stories written for young readers, this American author published in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Her work includes Mouser Cat's Story, a small classic centered on the adventures of a cat named Mouser.
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