I am a Cat
I Am a Cat by Soseki Natsume is a new edition published by Tuttle Publishing on September 1, 2001, featuring 480 pages in English. This work, originally written between 1904 and 1906, presents a series of anecdotes and observations narrated by a nameless cat who has never caught a mouse. Through this unique perspective, the book satirizes the absurdities of upper-middle-class Japanese society during the Meiji era, offering readers a glimpse into the social dynamics of the time.
In this comic masterpiece, readers will encounter the whimsical adventures of a world-weary stray kitten who provides insightful commentary on the follies and foibles of the humans around him. The narrative is infused with acerbic wit and a sardonic viewpoint, making it a notable example of Japanese literature. I Am a Cat explores themes of satire and social critique, inviting readers to reflect on the intricacies of human behavior through the eyes of an observant feline.
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“A nonchalant string of anecdotes and wisecracks, told by a fellow who doesn’t have a name, and has never caught a mouse, and isn’t much good for anything except watching human beings in action…” —The New Yorker
Written from 1904 through 1906, Soseki Natsume’s comic masterpiece, I Am a Cat, satirizes the foolishness of upper-middle-class Japanese society during the Meiji era. With acerbic wit and sardonic perspective, it follows the whimsical adventures of a world-weary stray kitten who comments on the follies and foibles of the people around him.
A classic of Japanese literature, I Am a Cat is one of Soseki’s best-known novels. Considered by many as the most significant writer in modern Japanese history, Soseki’s I Am a Cat is a classic novel sure to be enjoyed for years to come.
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