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Fur Person
Fur Person
Author: May Sarton
A delightful, whimsical tale— - one of the most popular books for cat lovers ever written, now newly illustrated. — May Sarton's fictionalized account of her cat Tom Jones's life and adventures prior to making the author's acquaintance begins with a fiercely independent, nameless street cat who follows the ten commandments of the Gentleman C...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780393301311
ISBN-10: 0393301311
Publication Date: 11/1983
Pages: 106
Rating:
  • Currently 4.1/5 Stars.
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4.1 stars, based on 32 ratings
Publisher: W. W. Norton Company
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 1
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reviewed Fur Person on + 7 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
This is a charming story drawn from the true adventures of May Sarton's own cat and recounts his evolution from a cat about town to a gentleman cat and finally his emergence as a genuine Fur Person.
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Wonderful story about a cat who turns into a "real" fur person, after being the town Romeo. Every cat owner whould read this.
Giggles avatar reviewed Fur Person on + 47 more book reviews
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I've always loved cats but never have owned one. This story fueled my love for cats and let me know what it's like living with one.
harmony85 avatar reviewed Fur Person on + 982 more book reviews
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"This charming story is drawn from the true adventures of May Sarton's own cat and recounts his evolution from a Cat-About-Town to a Gentleman Cat and finally his emergence as a genuine Fur Person. Cute, quick read for cat lovers!
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a poet's story of a cat who didn't know he was a cat, and the people he adopted
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Absolutely delightful writing from a woman who definitely knows cats! A classic!
junefriday avatar reviewed Fur Person on + 46 more book reviews
The author recommends reading this book out loud. I agree. Upper elementary teachers might consider it for classroom read-aloud, even!
Cosmic844 avatar reviewed Fur Person on + 23 more book reviews
A lovely book and as a cat owner it really hit home. I recommend this highly for any pet owner and as a children's book also. I believe children would profit from realizing how pets and humans help one another.
4fabfelines avatar reviewed Fur Person on + 112 more book reviews
This is a sweet tale of a stray cat finding love with two older ladies.
the cat describes the daily life with the ladies and the other animals he comes in contact with.
Such a sweet book.
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Great story for any cat lover or anyone who has ever been adopted by a cat.
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I am a cat person and really enjoyed this book. It is written from the cat's (fur person) point of view and quite funny. This book is enlightening as far as what the author feels the cat's body posture reveals and the cat's thoughts on daily life.


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