Home Life With Cats
Home Life With Cats by Brian Aldiss is a charming poetry collection published by Harpercollins in 1992. This first edition features 64 pages and is presented in English. The book explores the unique bond between writers and their feline companions, highlighting how cats serve as perfect allies in the solitary pursuit of creativity. The introduction by Desmond Morris sets the stage for a delightful exploration of this relationship, referencing notable cat enthusiasts throughout history.
Readers will find 34 beautifully crafted poems, most accompanied by vibrant illustrations by Karin van Heerden. The poems cover various aspects of life with cats, including themes of companionship, aging, and the joys of pet ownership. Topics such as indulgence, loss, and the everyday experiences shared between cats and their owners are thoughtfully addressed, making this collection a celebration of the special connection between humans and their pets. Home Life With Cats is a fitting addition to the library of any cat lover.
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The introduction to this delightful poetry book, by Desmond Morris, explores the special relationship between writers and cats. Writing being a lonely pursuit, the cat is a perfect companion for the creative spirit. Edward Lear, Isaac Newton, Samuel Johnson, Pow, Dumas, Dickens are just some of history’s great cat lovers.
The book contains 34 beautiful poems, most of them with an appropriate color illustration by Karin van Heerden.
The poems deal with all aspects of the relationship between cats and their owners or matters of interest to our feline friends, like spoiling them (The Cat’s Heaven), growing old (Foxie), doors and fences (Town Life), death (Nickie), feeding time (Snacks), mice (The Cat In The Cathedral or Rat Apocalypse), rules for kittens (Rules), having pets is good for you (Relating To The Pet) and loss (The Lost Grave).
This is a brilliant celebration of cats that he has known and loved, by a great UK author. Home Life With Cats is a treasure trove of delight and ought to be in every cat lover’s home.
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