The Great Small Cat, and Others: Seven Tales

"The Great Small Cat, and Others: Seven Tales" by May E. Southworth is a compilation of stories from the early 1900s that spotlight different cats and their interactions with people. The opening story features a little black cat whose courage and motherly instinct shine as she looks for a place to call home. When this tired, hungry kitten shows up at a ranch, the workers are sympathetic and take her in, even though their boss isn't so sure. The story then follows the kitten as she tries to fit in and prove herself, showing love and strength that stirs up feelings of friendship, loyalty, and wanting to belong. As the ranch workers come to care for her, they tell her they will teach her how to navigate this new world, leading to engaging and touching adventures.