Cats: Tails and Life Lessons from A Purring Companion is an affectionate and insightful exploration of the deep connections between cats and their human companions. Through a series of personal stories, interviews with cat owners, facts, anecdotes, and adorable photos, author Pamela Wallin delves into the unique bond that exists between cats and people and explores how these feline friends bring comfort, joy, and even healing to our lives.
With a blend of humor, compassion, and a deep understanding of cat behavior, Wallin shares her own experiences as a devoted cat owner and offers practical advice for creating a happy home for both cats and humans.
You will discover that, despite superstitions abound, cats have played a powerful and positive role in the lives of many. Florence Nightingale owned more than sixty cats during her lifetime. When Anne Frank and her family were forced into hiding from the Nazis, she named her famous diary “Kitty.” Cats have also inspired great literature, from the likes of Rudyard Kipling, Ernest Hemingway, Mark Twain, Timothy Finlay, and Margaret Atwood. Stories like Puss in Boots, the Cheshire Cat in Alice in Wonderland, and The Cat in the Hat have amused and helped children tumble willingly into dreamland.
Editor’s Opinion
We thoroughly enjoyed our copy – a truly delightful read, full of fascinating titbits of historical fact, humorous and insightful anecdotes, as well as personal stories. Aptly titled “Life Lessons from A Purring Companion” this book offers something for every cat lover. Here are a couple of excerpts from the book to illustrate:
“The cat has been the companion of the human race since the long-forgotten beginnings of our time on earth, and it is no wonder that her powerful spirit has created many myths and legends about her mystery and secret knowledge.“
“Sailors, who risked their lives on the ocean, believed in many spells and superstitions that they hoped would keep them safe. It was very important to have a cat on board their ship, particularly a cat with six or seven toes on each paw. But cats in general were bearers of good luck. Yet, the word “cat” itself was unlucky, and sailors would not allow the little syllable to pass their lips. And if the ship’s cat was black, it must have no white hairs. Cats were thought to be able to either prevent disaster, or bring it down around people’s ears in a moment. If a cat was thrown overboard, a violent storm would blow up at once. As late as the nineteenth century, a ship’s cargo could not be insured against loss if there was no cat on board.“
A pleasant and engaging read (~45 min), Cats: Tails and Life Lessons from A Purring Companion is an excellent addition to any cat lover’s library.
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Author Bio
Pamela Wallin is a Canadian journalist, broadcaster, and author. Born on April 10, 1953, in Wadena, Saskatchewan, she began her career in journalism as a reporter for CBC Radio in 1974. Wallin went on to work for a number of media outlets, including the Toronto Star, Global Television, and CTV News, before becoming a co-host of CTV’s daily talk show “Canada AM” in 1985. In addition to her work in broadcasting, Wallin has been active in public service. She served as Consul General of Canada in New York from 2002 to 2006 and was appointed to the Canadian Senate in 2008 by then-Prime Minister Stephen Harper. She is currently a Canadian senator and has been since 2009. Pamela has written three other books titled “Speaking of Success,” “The First Man in My Life,” and “Since You Asked.” She received numerous awards and honors for her journalism and public service contributions, including the Order of Canada in 2007.
