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The Cats of America: How Cool Cats and Bad-Ass Kitties Won The Nation's Heart (The Cats of The World) Paperback – November 27, 2021

by Seamus Mullarkey (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 150 ratings
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DO YOU ABSOLUTELY LOVE CATS??
Did you know they played a huge role in US history? Like to know more...?

This funny, informative book has tons of the kinds of fun stories and fascinating trivia that cat lovers can't get enough of...

It tells you EVERYTHING you might possibly like to know about how cats shaped US history and culture...

DID YOU KNOW?
--A cat from The Mayflower gave birth on Plymouth Rock?
--That Abraham Lincoln fed his darling Tabby with a golden spoon?
--A fancy show cat named Cherry Pop was presented with the keys to San Francisco?
-- Alaskan prospectors paid dearly for expert rodent-control--with gold dust?

This one-of-a-kind book has TONS of fun cat stories, unusual trivia and quirky feline facts that are sure to entertain and educate you.

NOW YOU CAN DISCOVER...
--How brave mama cats stopped kidnappers and dragged kittens from the flames.
--How ordinary, everyday cats broke into show business and advertising.
--How a Texas tabby lived to be 38.
--Why astronauts at NASA look to our feline friends for guidance.
--How Hemingway founded his very own cat dynasty.
--How "cat signs" led lonely, wandering hobos to warm meals from kindly ladies.

AND, how your darling little kitten might just be a tax deduction...

WHY DON'T YOU CLICK "ADD TO CART" OR "BUY NOW"? -- for you or as the perfect gift for a cat lover?

My name is Seamus Mullarkey. For years upon years, I've been looking up old newspapers, leafing through out-of-print books, and scouring the Internet to get to the heart of just how those darn kitties have won our nation's hearts. I've collected all of that fascinating information within the covers of this entertaining and intriguing little book.

--I know EVERYTHING there is to know about America's incredible cats. Now, you can too!

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    The Cats of The World
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    November 27, 2021
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 0.39 x 9 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1736763024
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    978-1736763025
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Plain Scribes Press (November 27, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 155 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1736763024
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1736763025
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.3 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.39 x 9 inches
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Seamus Mullarkey

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I’m obsessed with unusual, overlooked stories, forgotten parts of history, quirky trivia and strange facts that make you go “Hmmm…”

In my first book, “The Cats of Ireland," I shared how both cats and the Irish share a fondness for breaking the rules and bringing a touch of magic to everyday life. I also explained how cats have influenced every aspect of Irish culture and history.

I’m interested in so many things that my greatest problem is deciding what to write about next…

If you’d like to tell me what books you’d like to read, you can reach me at plainscribespress at gmail dot com.

Some ideas I’m considering for new books include a short book on the history of the Claddagh ring. I’m wondering if people might enjoy that story of romance and far-away places. It might make a thoughtful gift to include with a Claddagh ring, or share with a friend who proudly wears a Claddagh.

Or, maybe I should write a book about how even though Ireland is only ⅔ the size of the state of Maine, its feisty inhabitants have had a gigantic impact on the entire world. I’m thinking of calling it “Don’t Mess With Those Irish!”

On the other hand, I also considered writing fictional stories about people in history and their cats…

I might write of the 7-year-old immigrant boy from Poland who hid his beloved cat in a basket of clothes on a ship to Ellis Island and what happened when they were found out.

What about the haughty Russian duchess who shared words of endearment and smidgens of caviar under the tablecloth with a lazy old ginger tom at boring banquets--at the Tsar’s palace?

Have you ever wondered if domestic cats tell stories about heroic tiger ancestors to their tiny kittens?

-- Would you like to know such tales?

Remember, if you would be interested in reading more of my work, click the "Follow" button to be notified when I publish a new book. Or feel free to contact me at plainscribespress at gmail dot com.

--Originally from Ireland, Seamus Mullarkey is a writer and publisher based in New York.

He has written books about cats in France, cats in Italy, cats in Britain, cats in America, a book of poetry from a cat’s perspective, as well as joke books and story books for kids who love cats and their silly ways. Who knows what he’ll write next?

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Nancy M. Heinzel
5.0 out of 5 stars A Tale with Tails
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2023
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What has four paws, nine lives, and a small army of devoted human beings at their beck and call?

With some books, the title really does say it all. Take this one for example. In it we encounter a passel of pussies, cats that perform with symphony orchestras, cats that serve on battleships, cats that plummet from a fourteenth floor window, only to saunter off unharmed. All of which demonstrates that cats can do pretty much anything we do, along with all sort of things we can’t, but they always do so with more aplomb.

Plus there’s even room left over for a word from our sponsors. Without us humans, there would be no Garfield. No Felix, no Morris, no Manors. Just a ragtag assortment of feral assassins who’d just as soon claw your eyes out. The saga of cat and caretaker is a tribute to symbiosis. A cross-species adaptation unlike any other, a constant source of joy, and proof that the greatest pleasure of all is giving another pleasure.

Even if she did miss the box.
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JWalch
5.0 out of 5 stars Every cat wants their human to read this book!
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2023
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Do you consider yourself a “crazy cat lady” or a “crazy cat guy”? Does a cat share its home with you? Does a cat permit you to reside in their abode? Do you find cat trivia fascinating? Did you answer yes to any of those questions? Then you must read this book. The Cats of America is a 130-page book that’s fun to read. Mullarkey wrote it tongue in cheek, but he’s not full of it. Mullarkey wrote The Cats of America tongue-in-cheek but packed with factual information about cats and cat people.
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Neptune
5.0 out of 5 stars Cats in history
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2023
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What a fun book by Séamus Mullarkey. I really enjoyed reading this book, but I'm sure cat lovers are going to love it even more.

Let's see, cats in history - how's that?

Apparently, cats have played a much larger role in American history than you might think. The way Séamus Mullarkey tells us these stories is fun, highly enjoyable.

I found all the chapters entertaining, but my favorite is Kitty Crimes and Misdemeanors.

I recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn something new and have a good time reading, whether they are cat lovers or not.

It also has gifts and photos.
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Doug Reedy
4.0 out of 5 stars Very entertaining.
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2021
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This book is a fun romp through American history and it's relationship with the cat. A good read for all lovers.
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Casandra W Perry
5.0 out of 5 stars A pleasant surprise
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2023
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I honestly did not read any of the information about this book... I saw it on Kindle Unlimited and immediately clicked to borrow it. I love cats, so just from the cover image I was interested. When I opened the book, I honestly expected a graphical work, perhaps filled with cleverly costumed cats in a LOLcats way. What I found was a genuinely interesting read, filled with anecdotes on various cats throughout US history. Some I had been familiar with, but most were new. I was already planning to borrow the other Cats of ... books, but now I am even more eager to borrow them, because I know I will learn something and be entertained in the context of one of my most favorite things in the world.

Thank you, Mr. Mullarky, for this wonderful little book.
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Sue Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars As a lover of felines
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2023
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I found this homage to cats enjoyable,entertaining and even educational. I need to go now as I'm sure my clowder of cats think I have died and they will starve to death.
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Deborah
5.0 out of 5 stars A very fun read.
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2022
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I learned about this book from the author's post on a facebook cat group and promptly ordered two copies, one for my kindle and the other, a physical copy for a similarly cat-obsessed friend in the states. I am enjoying it very much! It has a light, cheerful, and yet informative tone that I like. Not a deep or scholarly work, which you can probably discern from the title, but full of interesting small facts about our small furry friends. Recommend, definitely.
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stasgirl
2.0 out of 5 stars Too wordy for children.
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2023
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Was to be a gift. Returning.
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Vocalistuk
5.0 out of 5 stars Catillicious cat book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 26, 2023
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I really enjoyed this book of interesting, educational and entertaining fact filled stories about The Cats of America. The author writes in a chatty style and each chapter covers a different aspect of the introduction, nature and quirky characters that endear us to our furry friends. Recommended reading for cat lovers!
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