Julia Cary and her kitten

"Julia Cary and her kitten" by Mrs. M. E. Miller is a heartwarming tale that explores the life of a little girl named Julia, set in the 1870s, as she learns to cope with the absence of her mother. We first meet Julia and her father traveling by steamboat, where Julia’s bright spirit shines through her wonder at the world. They journey to Uncle Benjamin's farm, where Julia hopes to find a friend to ease her loneliness; she discovers a litter of kittens and quickly develops a special connection with one. The story gently shows Julia finding happiness and comfort through the loyal friendship of her new kitten, displaying how love, family, and simple joys can fill a child's life even after loss.