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100 1 _aJames, Hartwell
245 1 4 _aThe Cat and the Mouse: A Book of Persian Fairy Tales
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2008-01-31
505 0 _aThe cat and the mouse -- The son of the soap seller -- The King's treasure -- The King and the fisherman.
508 _aE-text prepared by Michael Gray (Lost_Gamer@comcast.net)
520 _a"The Cat and the Mouse: A Book of Persian Fairy Tales" by James and Neill is a collection of whimsical and moral stories rooted in Persian folklore, likely written in the early 20th century. This enchanting book features tales that reflect the rich cultural heritage of Persia, with various characters such as cunning animals and wise rulers, offering lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the consequences of one's actions. In the titular story, "The Cat and the Mouse," readers are introduced to a proud cat who, after killing a mouse, feigns repentance and undergoes a transformation that momentarily grants him the goodwill of the other mice. However, this transformation is short-lived as he betrays their trust, leading to a chaotic war between the cats and mice. The narrative captures the unpredictable nature of betrayal and trust, illustrating how appearances can be deceiving, ultimately culminating in the cat's defeat and the restoration of order among the mice. Each tale in the collection not only entertains but also imparts valuable life lessons, making it a delightful read for both children and adults. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFairy tales -- Iran
700 1 _aNeill, John R.
_q(John Rea),
_d1877-1943
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24473
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