Release date is 2023-08-30

Keturah, the cat -- Sam, the cockerel -- Toby, the hawk -- Milly, the pony, and Carlo, the dog -- Cora, the spaniel -- Jack, the drake -- Hector, the greyhound -- Bob, the cosset -- Robin Redbreast -- Tom -- Fido the brave -- Cat tales: Faithful Grimalkin. Obedient Thomas. Katrina and Katinka -- Feathered pets: Our cousins the parrots. The benevolent Shanghai. The gallant bantam. The disowned chicks.

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"History of My Pets" by Grace Greenwood is a collection of nostalgic narratives written in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles the author’s affectionate experiences with her beloved pets, including a kitten named Keturah, a cockerel named Sam, and a hawk named Toby, among others. Through these stories, readers can expect an exploration of childhood emotions, the bonds formed with animals, and the heartache that sometimes accompanies those relationships. The opening of the book introduces Keturah, a white kitten gifted to the young narrator after a difficult day at school. With vivid detail, Greenwood recounts the joy and challenges of caring for Keturah, including a memorable experience of accidentally falling asleep in church with the kitten hidden in her shawl, leading to an unexpected overnight adventure. The young girl's close bond with Keturah is evident, showcasing the innocence and warmth of childhood as well as the deeper emotional ties to animals that accompany both joy and grief. This heartfelt beginning sets a charming tone for the anecdotes that follow, inviting readers to join in the ups and downs of pet ownership through a child’s eyes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Originally published: Boston: James R. Osgood and Company, 1871