<p>For centuries, cats have been worshipped, adored and mistrusted in equal measure. This beautiful gift book contains a selection of essays, stories and poems on cats, by writers from across the centuries.<br>In these pages, writers reflect on the curious feline qualities that inspire such devotion in their owners, even when it seems one-sided.<br>Edward Gorey can't turn down a stray despite the trouble they cause him, and admits he has no idea ...