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Mr Mistoffelees

The Conjuring Cat
By T. S. Eliot
Series: Old Possum's Cats
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Was there ever A cat so clever As magical Mr. Mistoffelees! This delightful picture book follows the adventures of the Original Conjuring Cat, bringing magic and whimsy to young readers aged 3 and above. With charming rhymes and playful illustrations, it invites children and parents alike to enjoy the enchanting feats of this clever feline.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Ideal for children aged 3 and older and their parents, this book is perfect for read-aloud sessions and for fans of magical, whimsical tales in children's picture books.

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The Original Conjuring Cat stars in the second picture book from T. S. Eliot and Arthur Robins - perfect for ages 3+.

The Original Conjuring Cat stars in the second picture book from T. S. Eliot and Arthur Robins, a timeless magical partnership - perfect for ages 3+.

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Was there ever A cat so clever As magical Mr. Mistoffelees!

Following Arthur Robins' critically acclaimed picture book of Macavity, he turns his attentions to the magical Mr. Mistoffelees with delightfully hilarious results.

Perfect for ages 3+, children (and parents) will love reading aloud about the Original Conjuring Cat. A highlight of our new picture book list.

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"Robins' lively, clever illustrations bring the humour to life, making the story enchanting and amusing. The rhyming text and humorous acts of Mr. Mistoffelees ensure delight even without familiarity with the original source." – Kirkus Reviews

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571322220

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 April 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Arthur Robins
  • Illustrated by Arthur Robins

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 251.0mm

Height: 251.0mm

Weight: 205g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Thomas Stearns Eliot was born in St Louis, Missouri, in 1888. He came to England in 1914 and published his first book of poems in 1917. He received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1948. Eliot died in 1965.

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