Diary of a Cat

By Leigh W. Rutledge

Book Overview

If cats could talk, here's what they would say -- if they felt like it. Leigh Rutledge (acclaimed by everyone from "Dear Abby" to People magazine as the water who best understands the feline perspective) presents a cat's very own diary that reveals the intimate secrets and private reflections of a neighborhood tom. Day by day through a full year, readers will discover just what a eat is thinking when it stares for hours at a speck on the wall; how it feels about a new kitten in the house; why sleeping -- preferably in a warn, sunny spot -- is such a vital activity; and just what can happen to an unattended Thanksgiving turkey. Along with these playful moments, readers will meet a delightful cast of human characters whose lives are touched by these sleek and special creatures. Diary of a Cat will charm and delight anyone who has ever been enchanted by a feline friend.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0525940030
• ISBN13: 9780525940036
• Release Date: November 1995
• Publisher: Dutton
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.0" x 0.8" x 5.3"

Customer Reviews

Absolutely wonderful

This book is absolutely wonderful! I bought it from clearance at a bookstore randomly and am so happy I did. Everyone - from my 8-year old niece to my mother - has loved this book as well. It is very amusing and kept my interest the entire time. Mr. Rutledge has a wonderful command of the English language, using very vivid descriptions. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone and everyone!!

If you have ever had a cat, you will adore this book!

This short story has it all - love, humor, down home goodness, heroes, and a real true villian. I laughed out loud again and again, gasped in horror here and there, sighed with relief, and relished the victories. Most satisfying short story I've heard in a long time.

this book rocks

i love this book because it gives someone a sense of adventure it really is a cute delightful book that everyone or catlover at least would love!!!

A refreshing tale on the inner life of a cat.

This is a book I borrowed fron a friend and have tried to own for myself for quite some time.Anyone will enjoy it, but I think only a cat owner can fully appreciate it. It describes the happenings of a very ordinary(?) neighborhood as observed with the single-mindedness of the feline species. What our animals must see and hear all because we believe them to be invisible! It contains wonderful plots, little twists, tears, fears, just enough comfort to make you sigh and a justice centered revenge that will make you cheer. Obviously, the author is as near to a cat as you can get. And, I always knew my cat could spend a whole day staring at a speck on the wall. Thank you Leigh Rutledge. I am a greedy book owner who hopes to own this soon.

a wonderfull story for all who love cats

an unexpected tale that will make you laugh and make you cry, you'll want to read it again because if you're like me you'll read it so quickly the first time you'll want to go back and see what you missed, it is simple yet complex and a wonderful read, everyone will enjoy it but perhaps it's best if you do love cats