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Cleveland Amory

    September 2, 1917 – October 14, 1998

    Cleveland Amory dedicated his life to advocating for animal rights, becoming a foundational figure in the modern animal protection movement. His writings, often infused with personal anecdotes, aimed to deepen readers' empathy and understanding of animal welfare. Through his work, Amory sought to inspire a more compassionate approach to the treatment of all creatures. He is celebrated for his significant contributions to animal advocacy.

    Cleveland Amory
    The Cat Who Came for Christmas
    The Cat and the Curmudgeon
    The Best Cat Ever
    Chicken Soup for the Cat & Dog Lover's Soul
    Compleat cat
    The Trouble with Nowadays
    • Chicken Soup for the Cat & Dog Lover's Soul

      Celebrating Pets as Family with Stories About Cats, Dogs and Other Critters

      • 408 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul spoke directly to the hearts of all readers whose lives have ever been changed by the love of a pet. Now the coauthors bring readers this volume, honoring the unique and enduring love that people share with their cats and dogs. Like its predecessor, this book is a joyous and inspiring collection--sometimes poignant, sometimes amusing, always filled with the special and incredibly unconditional love only cats and dogs can give. The stories in this collection celebrate those lovable furry, four-legged creatures that bring out the best in all of us, inspiring us to be happier, kinder, more understanding and more loving. Readers will discover that many of humanity's greatest heroes, healers and teachers are not humans at all, but those amazing cats and dogs that brighten all our lives.

      Chicken Soup for the Cat & Dog Lover's Soul1999
      4.1
    • The Trouble with Nowadays

      A Curmudgeon Strikes Back

      • 226 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Cleveland Amory, a self-proclaimed curmudgeon and founding member of The Society to Put Things Back The Way They Were, critiques the chaos of contemporary life. Through his sharp wit and insightful commentary, he addresses the various elements that have contributed to societal disarray, providing readers with a humorous yet thought-provoking perspective on modernity.

      The Trouble with Nowadays1998
      4.4
    • Der Hund, der Katzen rettet

      Die wahre Geschichte der Hündin Ginny

      • 175 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Philip Gonzalez fand eines Tages im Tierheim die junge, schwer mißhandelte Hündin Ginny, die sofort sein Herz eroberte, denn sie ist etwas ganz Besonderes: Ginny hat zahlreiche hungernde und heimatlose Katzen aufgespürt und Philips Leben für immer verändert.

      Der Hund, der Katzen rettet1997
    • The humorous and heartwarming adventures of the sublime Polar Bear and his crafty owner, Cleveland Amory, originally published in three volumes: The Cat Who Came for Christmas, The Cat and the Curmudgeon, and The Best Cat Ever. All three volumes were huge national bestsellers: more than 500,000 total copies sold. Originally published in 3 volumes at $55.85.

      Compleat cat1995
      4.3
    • The Best Cat Ever

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      The sequel to The Cat who Came for Christmas and The Cat and the Curmudgeon tells of Cleveland Amory's travels with his cat, Polar Bear, to reunions at Milton Academy and Harvard, recalling his prep school and university days.

      The Best Cat Ever1993
      3.8
    • The Cat and the Curmudgeon

      • 306 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      The sequel follows Polar Bear, a cat who discovers that wealth and fame come with unexpected challenges. As he navigates the complexities of his newfound status, the story blends humor and warmth, exploring themes of contentment and the true meaning of happiness. Amory's engaging writing brings to life the amusing and poignant moments of Polar Bear's adventures, offering readers a delightful continuation of his journey.

      The Cat and the Curmudgeon1990
      3.6
    • The story of a bedraggled white feline who came for Christmas and took over the heart of Cleveland Amory.

      The Cat Who Came for Christmas1987
      3.6
    • 1902 Sears, Roebuck & Co. Catalog

      • 1162 pages
      • 41 hours of reading

      A facsimile edition of the 1902 catalog for the retail chain displays the manners, customs, necessities, luxuries, and cost of living of an America at the turn of the century through the products Americans bought.

      1902 Sears, Roebuck & Co. Catalog1969