Feline Philosophy

"Feline Philosophy" by Walter Léon Hess is a blend of poetry and prose from the early 1900s that tells the story of Thomas Cat, a feline philosopher. The book uses Thomas Cat’s adventures to explore big ideas about life, society, and rich versus poor. Starting as a pampered pet, Thomas is thrown into the streets, where he sees how the other half lives and meets characters like the Hortons and Mallorys who are struggling in their own ways. Throughout his journey, Thomas Cat thinks about love, trust, and what it means to be tricked. He watches people's behaviors and tries to understand how he fits into the world, especially when people don't pay him much attention. Finally, Thomas finds a new loving family that takes him in, showing that even after tough times, kindness and a sense of belonging can make all the difference.