The cats' Arabian nights, or, King Grimalkum: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The cats' Arabian nights, or, King Grimalkum: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The cats' Arabian nights, or, King Grimalkum is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Diaz, Abby Morton (1821–1904).
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"The Cats' Arabian Nights, or, King Grimalkum" by Abby Morton Diaz is a fictional tale written in the late 19th century. The book narrates whimsical stories centered on a feline kingdom ruled by King Grimalkum, exploring themes of cruelty and kindness among cats, featuring main characters such as Pussyanita and her great ancestor, Pinky-White. It promises a blend of humor and moral lessons through a series of enchanting feline adventures. The opening of the story introduces a playful setting where children and adults are engaged in sharing cat tales, leading to a suggestion to create a "Cats' Arabian Nights" compilation. This concept becomes the premise for the literary work, with Pussyanita, a charming cat faced with King Grimalkum’s cruel decree regarding acceptable cat colors, setting the stage for a series of interwoven stories. In this beginning, Pussyanita hints at the backstory of her ancestor Pinky-White, promising to narrate how she transitioned from unhappiness to joy while navigating the complexities of their cat society. The dialogues offer a humorous yet poignant peek into the feline world and its characters, foreshadowing a delightful journey through different cat tales.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The cats' Arabian nights, or, King Grimalkum
- Author credits: Diaz, Abby Morton (1821–1904)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Animals -- Juvenile fiction
- Cats -- Juvenile fiction
- Children's stories
- Cruelty -- Juvenile fiction
- Fantasy literature
- Human-animal relationships -- Juvenile fiction
- Pets -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
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