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Old Possum's book of practical cats

by T. S. Eliot, Nicolas Bentley

A collection of poems detailing the personalities and antics of various feline characters, such as Macavity and Mr. Mistoffelees. Originally published in 1939, the work served as the inspiration for the stage musical Cats.

Accession 11299 ISBN 0571045782 Publisher Faber & Faber
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