Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats James McTeigue Edited by Andy Sturdevant

Edited by Andy Sturdevant

— a kaleidoscopic story akin to a triumphant and mournful protest song that spans decades and echoes into the present

Fanlee and Spätzle is a funny

As customers arrive

despite his ailing health

Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats James McTeigue Edited by Andy SturdevantBy T. S. Eliot, illustrated by Edward Gorey. Published by Faber & Faber. Softcover, 64 pages, B&W, 1939 (poem) 1982 (illustrations), 2015 printing. The inspiration for the iconic musical Cats, T. S. Eliot's classic and delightful collection of poetry about cats, with whimsical illustrations by Edward Gorey. These playful verses by a celebrated poet have delighted readers and cat lovers around the world since they were gathered for publication in 1939.