Hallmarks of Felinity: A 9 Chickweed Lane Book

by Brooke McEldowney

Cats have long been a favorite subject of cartoonists. From Jim Davis's Garfield to Patrick McDonnell's Mooch, cartoon cats make us laugh. Now in the form of Solange the Siamese, Brooke McEldowney has successfully captured the endearing qualities that make a cat, well, a the way they cannot resist dark fabric, their unflinching indifference to squalid humanity (unless, of course, said humanity comes bearing treats), and their advanced heat-seeking technology that leads them to the warmest laps and the coziest corners. Readers will grin with recognition at each of these humorously illustrated hallmarks. The result is a delightful field guide to a cat's moods, motivations, and behaviors. Ever since it appeared as a recurring theme in the comic strip 9 Chickweed Lane, Hallmarks of Felinity has attracted a large and devoted readership of its own. Longtime fans and newcomers alike will enjoy this charming gift book.

Genres: Comics, Humor, Cats, Graphic Novels

96 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2002

Reviews

[Paula Mota · Rating 4 out of 5]

#everyday is caturday #3

“Hallmarks of Felinity” é um livro de BD extremamente divertido que inclui 46 traços distintivos dos gatos, situações que qualquer dono poderá facilmente comprovar, desde a invasão do espaço pessoal à usurpação da cama ou do sofá, passando pelas súbitas mudanças de estado de espírito, sem descurar a “eterna atracção por tecidos pretos”, como a autora lhe chama.

This woman is fantastic… Her breath smells just like a dead mouse.

[Konstantin Boyandin · Rating 5 out of 5]

An outstanding comics book, depicting the real role of cats in our life. I'm never tired of browsing these wonderful pictures again and again.

[Bryn · Rating 4 out of 5]

A cute little book about Solange, the siamese cat of 9 Chickweed Lane, her habits and the trouble she gets into.