Cat, What Is That? - by Tony Johnston (Paperback)

About the Book

For centuries, cats have been fascinating and captivating creatures. With poetic text and realistic paintings, this book provides an intimate portrait of these graceful and sophisticated animals for cat lovers of all ages. Full-color illustrations.

Book Synopsis

A poetic read-aloud for young cat lovers with exquisite art and text.

Just why are cats so special? This joyous celebration of our feline friends has some answers, "It is the curl-up-in-your-lap. At any time, it is the nap." Clever verse and minutely observed paintings invite us to explore the many moods and passions of kitties. From a tiny gray kitten eyeing a goldfish to a fat marmalade lolling on the sofa, here is a panorama of pleasures for the youngest cat lover.

Review Quotes

?Throughout the volume Minor's cats are irresistable and Johnston's compact rhymes often astonishingly apt.??Publishers Weekly?Fascination, admiration, respect, and love for the inscrutable cat are evident on every page of this beautifully designed tribute.?Kirkus Reviews?A feline-lovers? delight.??School Library JournalRealistic feline portraits... painted in such fine detail that children... will have trouble resisting the urge to stroke the pictures.ALA Booklist (starred review)