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Bohumil Hrabal
ISBN 9780241422199
Rs. 638
Penguin Classics
All My Cats
Who it's for: Readers interested in literary memoirs and cat lovers
Bohumil Hrabal's 'All My Cats' chronicles his life in a rural cottage, where he became increasingly immersed in the care of a growing community of cats. This work offers a raw, meditative account of the profound joys, challenges, and overwhelming demands of living with his feline companions, pushing him to the brink of obsession.Why You Should Read? Explore a unique, confessional memoir about the complex relationship between a writer and his animals. Delve into themes of love, obsession, solitude, and the sometimes dark side of devotion. Discover the distinctive voice of Bohumil Hrabal, a celebrated Czech literary figure. A poignant and unvarnished look at the demands and realities of animal companionship.
Highlights
- Chronicles Hrabal's life in a rural cottage with a growing cat community
- Raw, meditative account of the challenges and joys of caring for cats
- Explores the writer's obsession and devotion to his feline companions
- Distinctive voice of a celebrated Czech literary figure
- Part of Penguin Classics series
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All by Bohumil Hrabal →Questions about this book
Is this book a novel or a memoir?
It is a confessional memoir, chronicling Hrabal's life with cats in a rural cottage.
What is the main theme of the book?
The book explores the complex relationship between a writer and his animals, touching on love, obsession, solitude, and the dark side of devotion.
Who is the author?
Bohumil Hrabal, a celebrated Czech literary figure.
How long is the book?
It is 96 pages long.
Is this book suitable for cat lovers?
Yes, it offers a poignant and unvarnished look at the demands and realities of animal companionship.




