With charming black-and-white illustrations and personal anecdotes, award-winning author Rosemary Sullivan shares a heartwarming meditation on the human-feline relationship and on the author's bond with a pair of cats she and her husband Juan feel fortunate to have shared a life with. In this warm, insightful exploration of the human-feline bond, acclaimed writer Rosemary Sullivan teams up with sister and artist Colleen Sullivan, inviting readers into the lives of two unforgettable cats: Negrito, an intrepid neighborhood explorer, and Ensueño, a charming trickster with a talent for theft. Rescued as kittens by their heroic mother--who braved a burning house six times to save her litter--these cats grow into unique personalities who shape the daily rhythms of Sullivan's life. Alone or together, their adventures were numerous. Both were excellent judges of character. Blending personal anecdotes, natural history and thoughtful reflections, The Cat's Meow captures the mystery of how cats perceive the world: seeing ultraviolet hues, navigating by scent, remembering with uncanny clarity and demonstrating powerful homing instincts. As Sullivan follows Negrito's self-made "cat films" and observes Ensueño's editorial interference with her writing, she considers why these domestic animals captivate us so deeply. At once enchanting and contemplative, The Cat's Meow suggests that cats may be more than companions--they may be intermediaries, reconnecting us to the natural world and reminding us of our place in a larger cosmic story.

This is a delightful, companionable book for cat lovers, nature readers and anyone intrigued by the quiet intelligence of the animals who share our lives.