The Collins Classics

But the wildest of all the wild animals was the cat. He walked by himself, and all places were alike to him. Cats have long been considered creatures of mystery and magic. Worshipped as deities in some cultures, feared as harbingers of bad fortune in others, it''s little surprise that their enigmatic charm continues to capture our imaginations today. This classic collection of the most beloved cat tales includes Saki''s ''Tobermory'', in which a straight-talking cat leaves dinner guests aghast yet entranced; a Norse fairy tale involving a spectacular feline rescue; ''The Dragon Tamers'' by E. Nesbit; and H. P. Lovecraft''s strange story ''The Cats of Ulthar''; amongst many others to enjoy for years to come.

Product details

• Publisher: William Collins
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback
• Released: 23.11.2023
• EAN: 9780008679453
• ISBN: 978-0-00-867945-3
• Dimensions: 129 mm x 198 mm x 14 mm
• Series: Collins Classics
• Subjects: Fiction > Narrative literature; Guides > Nature; Biography & True Stories, FICTION / Action & Adventure, FICTION / Classics, Classic fiction (pre c 1945), Short Stories, FICTION / Anthologies (multiple authors), FICTION / Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology, FICTION / Animals, Animals & society, Folklore, myths & legends, Cats as pets, Animals and society, Animal life stories, Monsters & Legendary Beings, Ancient religions & mythologies, Literary companions, book reviews & guides, Ancient religions and Mythologies, Fairy and Folk tales / Fairy tale retellings, Classic fiction: general and literary, Folklore studies / Study of myth (mythology)