Once upon a time the enchanting creature that is the cat infiltrated our lives - and our
folklore. Cats have a long association with the supernatural - from being worshipped as
gods in ancient Egypt to vilified as witches' familiars in Europe - and they appear in
countless fairy tales throughout history. Every part of the world has its own stories
whether it's 'Dick Whittington and His Cat' in England the Irish 'Demon Cat' Japan's 'The Boy
Who Drew Cats' or the Icelandic story of 'The Cottager and His Cat'. These felines might
appear as companions guides or demons they are contrary malevolent enigmatic they are both
friends and foes beloved and reviled. But whether winning kingdoms falling in love or
outwitting giants they are all the epitome of what we know the cat to be: mysterious roguish
and endlessly lovable. The Cat's Tales is a beautifully illustrated collection of fairy
tales from around the world bringing together much-loved classics and more unfamiliar gems -
the perfect companion for cat lovers everywhere.
