"Norton is clearly a charmer, and Gethers tells his story with contagious affection....Will warm the heart of any confirmed cat-lover."read full description
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Sep 20, 2010
Astrid
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First of all, you don't have to be a cat lover to enjoy this book. In fact, it's more like a traveller's journey. I enjoy the author's journey to France, because he seems to live the kind of life that I would like to have.. take a hiatus from your hometown for months or even a year and live in foreign country.. of course you'll still be working.. because as a writer, you can practically live anywhere in the world, right? Also, he tells a lot about culinary (my #2 biggest passion in the world)..
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Jun 12, 2011
Dolly
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This is such a sweet, funny and heartwarming story. It is a wonderful tribute to a truly fascinating cat and it made me want to adopt a Scottish Fold. The story is a bit dated as it was published twenty years ago, but it brought back fond memories of my past. It made me a bit sad to think that this terrific feline must have passed on by now, but I'm very glad that I was able to learn a little of his story.
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Sep 27, 2009
Laura
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I borrowed this book from my grandma so often when I was young that she eventually told me to just keep it. Looking back, it's funny that I connected so strongly with The Cat Who Went to Paris, considering I have nothing in common with the author, no experiences like he describes, and couldn't understand a good 85% of the pop culture references Gethers is extremely fond of making (because I wasn't even born for some of them). Yet I loved this book all the same, because of Norton. This cat who
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Jul 10, 2011
Beth
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What a cute book, I loved it!
I needed something light and quick to read this weekend, and this was just the ticket. I loved reading about how unique and lovable Norton is, and how he truly changed the author's life. I found myself smiling and giggling many times throughout the story, and I laughed especially hard when I read this passage about the Pounce treats:
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I needed something light and quick to read this weekend, and this was just the ticket. I loved reading about how unique and lovable Norton is, and how he truly changed the author's life. I found myself smiling and giggling many times throughout the story, and I laughed especially hard when I read this passage about the Pounce treats:
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Jul 11, 2008
Vicki
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This was a wonderfully fun book about a man who takes his cat with him everywhere, including Paris. The stories are cute, funny and amazing. I wonder how much of the stories are creative license. Can a cat really be that well-behaved? Never-the-less, I found the stories very enjoyable and would recommend the book to any cat lover.
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Sep 19, 2008
Suzanne
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This was just a fun read for animal lovers and those who try to travel with their pet. This cat was somebody special in his previous life....and brought all that wisdom into his "cathood". He certainly chose the right owner.
Aug 26, 2010
Bunny
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My cat is very happy I read this book. Not because I read it aloud to her (she wouldn't sit still long enough for that), but because it made me pause and just grab and snuggle her. A lot.
Mind you, my cat is nowhere NEAR as cool as Norton, so mostly I just seethed with jealousy while reading.
What a wonderful book. Such a great book for any and all cat lovers, and maybe those who don't know that they love them yet.
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Mind you, my cat is nowhere NEAR as cool as Norton, so mostly I just seethed with jealousy while reading.
What a wonderful book. Such a great book for any and all cat lovers, and maybe those who don't know that they love them yet.
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Aug 15, 2011
Bonnie
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I love all the Norton books but especially this first one. I was lucky enough to "meet" Norton at a local bookstore during one of the author's early tours. Norton was exceptionally calm and cute. Truly a cool cat. It's been twenty years since I read this book. I don't know how dated it is now, but my husband and I can still raise a smile just by saying, "lousy hunting today" or "I thought the predators got you". In the course of the story Gethers mentions a study
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Oct 02, 2008
Abigail
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I went through a brief but very intense obsession with sentimental cat "memoirs" a few years back, reading everything I could lay hands on, from Cleveland Amory's The Cat Who Came for Christmas to Louis Camuti's All My Patients Are Under the Bed. Peter Gether's three books about his relationship with his beloved Scottish Fold, Norton, were among my favorites.
A confirmed dog-lover, Gethers was resistant to the idea of owning a cat, until the incredibly cute Norton came into More...
A confirmed dog-lover, Gethers was resistant to the idea of owning a cat, until the incredibly cute Norton came into More...
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Jan 20, 2009
Rachel
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This book earns five stars in tribute to the many long, nighttime hours I spent reading and rereading it. I was a lot younger then, and probably didn't completely understand all the adult jokes, but it was the first nonfiction I truly loved. Definantly worth a read if you need a laugh, or two, or dozens... especially if you're a cat lover. But I won't be surprised if you don't rate it as highly as I did and do; it's a personal thing.
(Also a must-reread!)
(Also a must-reread!)
May 22, 2009
Savitri
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LOVE this book. I LOOOOOOOOOOVED Norton... still do ;)
Made me want a cat but I know that not all cats are like Norton and so I abandoned that idea and stuck with dogs.
You don't have to love cats to enjoy this book. Peter Gethers has a great writing style that will keep you engaged. There are plenty of giggles and laughs in this book too and the travel stories are fun. I won't put this in the humor section at Borders but to me the book was quit entertaining.
Made me want a cat but I know that not all cats are like Norton and so I abandoned that idea and stuck with dogs.
You don't have to love cats to enjoy this book. Peter Gethers has a great writing style that will keep you engaged. There are plenty of giggles and laughs in this book too and the travel stories are fun. I won't put this in the humor section at Borders but to me the book was quit entertaining.
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Jul 24, 2011
Loopie
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Ok.. at first glance of the title i thought that this was a childrens book so i didnt pay it any attention. But boredom brought me to actually reading the book. I was VERY much surprised. I literally judged this book by its cover. The story is witty, funny, and adventurous; defenitly not a kids book at all. Plus, you cant help but fall in love with that precious little kitty. Its absolutly the kind of book you read to bring your spirit up.
Aug 20, 2011
Kristal
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Like human parents think their children are the smartest and cutest in the world, it seems that Gethers has the same phenomenon going on with his cat, Norton. But as you read along, you have to admit that he may -actually- have the smartest, cutest, friendliest cat on earth!
This was a well-written,fun little story about a man and his kitty-centric life. I always enjoy hearing about others who have kids that are four-legged and furry!
This was a well-written,fun little story about a man and his kitty-centric life. I always enjoy hearing about others who have kids that are four-legged and furry!
Aug 02, 2011
Tina
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Charming and funny stories of a single man and his cool cat. Now, I think my cats are really smart and super social and do the most adorable things...well...that was until I read this book. Norton, the cat-agonist of this book, is a super-genius, mind-reading, and all-around really special cat that makes my cats look like half-wits.
Aug 11, 2008
Mina
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I read this out loud to Ms. Kitty Fantastico throughout her first night and early morning of motherhood. She cried if my voice stopped. Her dependence on me is not just food, but an emotional attachment. I am glad that goes both ways.
I love this book. It is very Ms. Kitty: past, present, and future. She will come to Paris.
Also, I appreciate that Norton did not die at the end. He may not be with us by now, but as far as the book goes, Norton will live forever. More...
I love this book. It is very Ms. Kitty: past, present, and future. She will come to Paris.
Also, I appreciate that Norton did not die at the end. He may not be with us by now, but as far as the book goes, Norton will live forever. More...
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Nov 17, 2009
Kevin
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Sep 15, 2011
Sherri
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This book was so funny and I highly recommend it to anyone who loves cats. This will be on my pc since it's my mom's book. Plus I'm planning on rereading it at some point so I can read his other books.
Nov 24, 2011
Read1000books
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You might not think much of the lifestyle and/or views of the owner, but the wonderful adventures of Norton the cat more than make up for it. If you like animal biographies (like "Dewey") you might like this one.
Feb 01, 2011
Lee Ann
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This book is about knowing the people who you love and having to be with them wherever you go. A truely cute book about a small cat who travels to a big place with his true est friend.
Oct 12, 2010
Carmen
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This was more of a how my cat changed my life book than a travel book. He started out as a cat hater, and became someone who couldn't picture his life without a pet.
Nov 12, 2010
Bronwyn
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My library had to borrow this book in and I was disappointed in it.
I love the idea of the story but for me something was lacking to make it a good read.
I love the idea of the story but for me something was lacking to make it a good read.
Jul 17, 2010
Erica Leigh
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I found myself laughing out loud during parts of this book. The end is especially touching and frank. We should all have a Norton in our life.
Jun 17, 2010
this book is great for any cat lover but can be truly appreciated by a cat owner. It was funny, sad and a bit of a tear jerker at the end. It's a quick read book and not too long either. Great book filler between large books that you read.
Dec 11, 2008
Rebecca
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Cute book -- made me wish I had such a cool cat! One who hang out or travel anywhere, never runs off.
Nov 21, 2008
Genie
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The travels of Norton, an adventurous Scottish Fold, who accompanies his favorite human, Peter Gethers.
Jun 07, 2009
Helen
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I'm not much into animal stories but this one is great. I actually would have liked a Scottish Fold.
May 10, 2011
Michelle
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ITS A GOOD ONE TO READ IF YOU DON'T WANT TO READ ANYTHING COMPLICATED, GREAT FOR TEENS!
