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Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats, Illustrated Edition by Edward Gorey and T. S. Eliot (1982, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherHarperCollins
ISBN-100151686564
ISBN-139780151686568
eBay Product ID (ePID)45230
Product Key Features
Book TitleOld Possum's Book of Practical Cats, Illustrated Edition
Number of Pages64 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1982
TopicIndividual Artists / General, Cats / General, Subjects & Themes / Nature, General, European / English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh
IllustratorYes
GenrePets, Art, Poetry
AuthorEdward Gorey, T.S. Eliot
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight6.2 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width5.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN81-020057
Dewey Edition21
Reviews"Delightful Learish verse on very English cat characters, with flashes of superior, donnish satire." -- The New Yorker "Enough ferocious fancy and parody to knock the spots off most cat books." -- Time "Mr. Eliot successfully avoides the usual vices of children's books, archness and cuteness; for his cats are practical cats, cats engaged in getting something purposeful done or undone." -- The Nation "An absolutely marvelous rendition of Eliot's poetic classic, written for his godchildren and friends in the 1930s, which inspired the Broadway musical Cats." -- Library Journal (starred review), "Enough ferocious fancy and parody to knock the spots off most cat books and most...verses." -- Time "An absolutely marvelous rendition of Eliot's poetic classic, written for his godchildren and friends in the 1930s, which inspired the Broadway musical Cats." -- Library Journal, starred review, "Enough ferocious fancy and parody to knock the spots off most cat books and most...verses." -- Time "An absolutely marvelous rendition of Eliot's poetic classic, written for his godchildren and friends in the 1930s, which inspired the Broadway musical Cats." -- Library Journal, starred review --, "Enough ferocious fancy and parody to knock the spots off most cat books and most...verses." -- Time "An absolutely marvelous rendition of Eliot's poetic classic, written for his godchildren and friends in the 1930s, which inspired the Broadway musical Cats ." -- Library Journal, starred review, This is an absolutely marvelous rendition of Eliot's poetic classic, written for his godchildren and friends in the 1930s, which inspired the Broadway musical Cats. The tales of Mr. Mistoffelees the trickmaster, old Deuteronomy, a laid-back cat, Rum Tum Tugger, a contrary cat, and Macavity, the famous master criminal, are dramatized by Richard Briers, Alan Cumming, Nigel Davenport, Andrew Sachs, and Juliet Stevenson. Unfortunately, some material is repeated on the cassette's second side. Moreover, it comes with another tape that consists of excerpts of forthcoming Penguin audiobooks. This edition seems targeted more toward consumers than libraries. James Dudley, Copiague, N.Y.
Grade FromNinth Grade
Grade ToTwelfth Grade
Dewey Decimal811.5
Edition DescriptionIllustrated edition
SynopsisThe inspiration for the iconic musical Cats, T. S. Eliot's classic and delightful collection of poetry about cats, with whimsical illustrations by Edward Gorey. These lovable cat poems were written by T. S. Eliot for his godchildren and continue to delight children and adults alike. This collection is a curious and artful homage to felines young and old, merry and fierce, small and unmistakably round. Also includes Edward Gorey's charming pen and ink illustrations., The inspiration for the iconic musical Cats , T. S. Eliot's classic and delightful collection of poetry about cats, with whimsical illustrations by Edward Gorey., The inspiration for Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical CATS, and its upcoming movie adaptation, directed by Tom Hooper and starring Taylor Swift (Bombalurina), Idris Elba (Macavity the Mystery Cat), Dame Judi Dench (Old Deuteronomy), Ian McKellen (Gus the Theatre Cat), James Corden (Bustopher Jones), Jennifer Hudson (Grizabella), Jason Derulo (Rum Tum Tugger), and Rebel Wilson (Jennyanydots). Cats Some are sane, and some are mad. Some are good, and some are bad . . . These lovable cat poems were written by T. S. Eliot for his godchildren and continue to delight children and grown-ups. Eliot's beloved cat poems are a curious and artful homage to felines young and old, merry and fierce, small and unmistakably round, and Edward Gorey's graphic interpretations are sure to charm., The inspiration for the iconic musical Cats, T. S. Eliot's classic and delightful collection of poetry about cats, with whimsical illustrations by Edward Gorey. These playful verses by a celebrated poet have delighted readers and cat lovers around the world since they were gathered for publication in 1939. As Valerie Eliot has pointed out, there are a number of references to cats in T.S. Eliot's work, but it was to his godchildren, particularly Tom Faber and Alison Tandy, that he first revealed himself as "Old Possum" and for whom he composed his poems. This captivating edition is a curious and artful homage to felines young and old, merry and fierce, small and unmistakably round. Also includes Edward Gorey's charming pen and ink illustrations. Gorey gives a fresh intepretation of "Mr. Mistoffelees," "Growltiger," "The Rum Tum Tugger," "Bustopher Jones," "Skimbleshanks," "Macavity: the Mystery Cat," and a variety of other memorable feline strays all of whom have been brought to life on the stage in the hit musical Cats.
LC Classification NumberPS3509.L43O55 1982
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- 28 Nov, 2021
Cats and T.S. Elliot
This is a very fun book of great poetry! It's in new condition in my opinion. The book came quickly and well wrapped. Love the illustrations!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 14 Mar, 2018
Amazing
I love this book. If you like the musical CATS, then reading it's inspiration makes it even better.Verified purchase: Yes
- 14 Feb, 2022
Very creative. Good humor !
Condition as promised the packaging was very good! An older book but a real treasure!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 28 Dec, 2019
Great fun.
I enjoy it very much. I can see why Lloyd Webber wanted to turn this into a musical.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 07 Oct, 2020
good book
Love the play Cats and just a friend on to it and got the book for him and he thinks it is greatVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 08 Jun, 2016
T. S. Elliot Book
Very pleased with Old Possum's book of Practical Cats by T. S. Elliot and the drawings by Edward Gorey were awesome!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 18 Mar, 2021
Great Gorey
Great book and illustrationsVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 03 May, 2018
Perfect title
Product arrives safely and is like new. Exactly like I wantedVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 05 May, 2021
THE MUSICAL CATS IS BASED ON THIS BOOK
EXCELLENT BOOKVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 03 Jan, 2018
Great
GreatVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
