The Cat by Agnes Repplier

Description

The Cat is a book by Agnes Repplier, first published in 1912. Ostensibly a lovingly-curated anthology, it collects essays, poems and short pieces about the domestic cat — the endearments and invectives writers have lavished on this creature — and presents them with Repplier’s characteristic wit and quiet moral eye. Written by a celebrated American essayist, the volume sits comfortably at the intersection of literary criticism, pet literature and gentle social commentary, making it a tidy discovery for readers who enjoy vintage cat books, classic essays about animals, and curated anthologies for cat lovers. The tone ranges from affectionate to arch, and Repplier’s selections highlight how the cat has inspired writers across genres and eras. For a modern ebook audience this makes the book useful both as a piece of literary history and as evergreen content for shoppers looking for vintage cat essays, feline anthology collections, or tasteful gifts for cat lovers. Its appeal is strongest to readers of literary nonfiction and those who collect early-20th-century essays about animals and domestic life.