Letters from a Cat (eBook)

Published by Her Mistress for the Benefit of All Cats and the Amusement of Little Children

Helen Hunt Jackson (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
1220 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766463829-8 (EAN)

Infos

In "Letters from a Cat," Helen Hunt Jackson ingeniously employs a whimsical yet poignant narrative style to explore the interactions between humans and their feline companions. The book unfolds through a series of letters penned from the perspective of a house cat, offering insights into domestic life and the often overlooked emotional depth of animals. Jackson's vivid descriptions and keen observations reflect the socio-cultural backdrop of the late 19th century, a time when issues of animal welfare and rights began to emerge as significant concerns in American society. Helen Hunt Jackson was a prominent author and social advocate, known for her deep empathy towards the plight of Native Americans and her commitment to social causes. Her experiences as a writer and advocate undoubtedly influenced her portrayal of animals in "Letters from a Cat," as she sought to illuminate the intricate bond between humans and their non-human counterparts. Jackson'Äôs erudition in social commentary shines through, as does her skill in combining poignant humor with a sincere call for compassion towards all living beings. This delightful and thought-provoking book is recommended for readers who appreciate clever narratives and wish to engage with early animal rights discourse through a charming lens. "Letters from a Cat" serves not only as an enjoyable read but also as an important reminder of the empathy that should extend to our animal friends.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 22.11.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Natur / Technik ► Tiere / Tierhaltung
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Sachbücher ► Tiere / Pflanzen / Natur
• Schlagworte: animal-human relationships • animal narrator • anthropomorphic animal tales • cat letters • Cats • Cat's-eye view storytelling • Epistolary fiction • Euthanasia of animals • Exploration of human emotions • feline perspective • Feline perspective narrative • Helen Hunt Jackson • juvenile literature • Literary Correspondence • Nineteenth-Century Literature • Pet communication • Pets • playful moral lessons • Sentimental Fiction • Sophisticated children's prose • Tender humorous anecdotes • Themes of family love • Victorian Literature • whimsical children's stories