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Utterly Adorable Cats
Cats rule the world, humans are our slaves … We are independent, proud, disdainful … and very, very cute. You've got to admit it. We're adorable.
88 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2005
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December 29, 2016
It's there in the title, 'Adorable' and that is what this book is, lovely quotes (by the cats themselves!) and superb photography by Yoneo Morita.
We learn from the back cover blurb 'Cats rule the world, humans are our slaves ... We are independent, proud, disdainful ... and very, very cute' and the contents go on to enforce these views.
Pussykins, born 1998, for instance states, 'My human thinks I'm arrogant, selfish, lazy and huffy. She's right and I have many other fine virtues too.' Molly Mog, of 2001 vintage, says, 'All I ask is that you love me half as much as I love myself' - who could ask for anything more? - whereas naughty, but obviously arty, Tapioca remarks, 'No matter how busy you are try to take time out to appreciate the arts. Spend a few moments clawing some expensive wallpaper then lie back, relax and enjoy your creative efforts.' Creative? Destructive might have been a more appropriate word!
Fluffball could be said to be self-centred for her view is, 'Sometimes I feel sorry for my domestic [nice choice of noun!]. I wake him at 2 a.m. to get out, at 4 a.m. to get back in again and at 6 a.m. to make my breakfast. If he accidentally wakes me while vacuuming I get quite cross and sulk for hours.' At least the domestic gets two hours rest in between each call.
Meow-Meow sums it all up when she says, 'From the tip of her ears to the tip of her tail a kitten demands, "Love me please."' Undoubtedly true and this is undoubtedly a book that all cat lovers should own and enjoy, even if they can't empathise with every sentiment within its covers!
We learn from the back cover blurb 'Cats rule the world, humans are our slaves ... We are independent, proud, disdainful ... and very, very cute' and the contents go on to enforce these views.
Pussykins, born 1998, for instance states, 'My human thinks I'm arrogant, selfish, lazy and huffy. She's right and I have many other fine virtues too.' Molly Mog, of 2001 vintage, says, 'All I ask is that you love me half as much as I love myself' - who could ask for anything more? - whereas naughty, but obviously arty, Tapioca remarks, 'No matter how busy you are try to take time out to appreciate the arts. Spend a few moments clawing some expensive wallpaper then lie back, relax and enjoy your creative efforts.' Creative? Destructive might have been a more appropriate word!
Fluffball could be said to be self-centred for her view is, 'Sometimes I feel sorry for my domestic [nice choice of noun!]. I wake him at 2 a.m. to get out, at 4 a.m. to get back in again and at 6 a.m. to make my breakfast. If he accidentally wakes me while vacuuming I get quite cross and sulk for hours.' At least the domestic gets two hours rest in between each call.
Meow-Meow sums it all up when she says, 'From the tip of her ears to the tip of her tail a kitten demands, "Love me please."' Undoubtedly true and this is undoubtedly a book that all cat lovers should own and enjoy, even if they can't empathise with every sentiment within its covers!
May 26, 2011
Every cat lover should own the book
January 12, 2019
Cute little book filled with photographs of utterly adorable felines plus quotes from the cats themselves. Will totally induce a squee moment.
March 27, 2024
Utterly Adorable Cats by Helen Exley was given to me because of my love of cats. It is a cute little book with wonderful pictures and cute little quotes.
October 17, 2016
Mi mamá me lo regaló hoy y me gustó mucho <33
January 6, 2026
Silly book with cat photos and little poems and sayings.
July 17, 2024
top tier book. very moving. a must read. provides controversial opinions for the reader to analyze and interpret. My interest elevated - and my emotions were entangled. The passion of expression.
In all seriousness however, this book was given to me when I was little by my Great Grandmother before she passed. I couldn't read it yet, but flipped through the pictures of the cats and loved every second. Found it today in my basement and it's heartwarming to see now.
In all seriousness however, this book was given to me when I was little by my Great Grandmother before she passed. I couldn't read it yet, but flipped through the pictures of the cats and loved every second. Found it today in my basement and it's heartwarming to see now.
September 21, 2024
The title of this book tells it all -- it is full of photos of cute cats, with words attributed to them. My favorite quote comes from a clever kitty named Softie --
I purr and your blues fade away
I snuggle close
and frown turns to smile.
I play chase
and your world fills with laughter.
And in return
all I ask is two meals a day...
and all your love.
I purr and your blues fade away
I snuggle close
and frown turns to smile.
I play chase
and your world fills with laughter.
And in return
all I ask is two meals a day...
and all your love.
January 30, 2019
Very cute quick read
January 8, 2026
celebra a ternura e o humor dos gatos, oferecendo momentos de alegria e carinho para todos os amantes destes pequenos companheiros
July 30, 2007
Hillarious with fab photos.
March 24, 2009
I learned how funny and much more enjoyable animals make our lives!
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May 22, 2009super-cute and funny
February 7, 2016
Um livro em que a FOFURA das fotos salta à vista.
Para todos os que gostam de gatos :)
Para todos os que gostam de gatos :)
February 27, 2014
This book should be on the to-read list for every cat lover/owner! Cats rule the world, we're just here for the company and to work the can opener.
January 10, 2016
I have no regrets.
March 3, 2016
Funny
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