The Unadulterated Cat

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In Terry Pratchett's The Unadulterated Cat, the author whimsically explores the true nature of cats, free from the influence of advertising or feline fashion. Through humorous insights and anecdotes, the book celebrates the authentic and unrefined characteristics of these beloved, albeit quirky, animals.
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This book may appeal to you if you are a fan of dry wit and enjoy exploring the quirks and eccentricities of everyday life through humour. With Terry Pratchett’s signature style, it hilariously delves into the world of cats and how they truly rule our lives, all while poking fun at the human need for order in their anarchic realm.

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The Unadulterated Cat

From the worldwide phenomenon Sir Terry Pratchett, via the unquestionable wisdom of the Amazing Maurice, herein is contained everything you'll ever need to know to identify the real, unadulterated cat. Featuring fifty illustrations from the creative minds behind the Amazing Maurice animated film.

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From the worldwide phenomenon Sir Terry Pratchett, via the unquestionable wisdom of the Amazing Maurice, herein is contained everything you'll ever need to know to identify the real, unadulterated cat.

The Unadulterated Cat is becoming an endangered species as more and more of us settle for those boring mass-produced cats the Ad Men sell us - the pussies that purr into their gold-plated food bowls on the telly. But the Campaign for Real Cats sets out to change all that by helping us to recognise a true, unadulterated cat when we see one.

For example: real cats have ears that look like they've been trimmed with pinking shears; real cats never wear flea collars or appear on Christmas cards, nor do they chase anything with a bell in it. Real cats do eat quiche. And giblets. And butter. And anything else left on the table, if they think they can get away with it. Real cats can hear a fridge door opening two rooms away...

Featuring fifty illustrations and artwork from the creative minds behind the Amazing Maurice film, rediscover Sir Terry's wit and wisdom and re-educate yourself on how to separate Real Cats from the riff raff.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781399608688

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Gray Jolliffe
  • Illustrated by Gray Jolliffe
  • Illustrated by Gray Jolliffe

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 142.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 128

About the Author

Sir Terry Pratchett is a publishing phenomenon. Among his many prizes and citations are the World Fantasy Life Achievement Award, the Carnegie Medal, the BSFA Award, eight honorary doctorates and, of course, a knighthood. In 2012, he won a BAFTA for his documentary on the subject of assisted suicide, 'Terry Pratchett: Choosing to Die'. He is the author of fifty bestselling books but is best known for the globally renowned Discworld series. His books have sold approximately 85 million copies worldwide (but who's counting?), and been translated into thirty-seven languages. In 2007, Terry Pratchett was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's Disease. He died in 2015.

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