I-ve rounded up a rowdy assembly
Of my own Consequential Dogs
As counterparts to Eliot-s mogs.
Mine are a rough and ready bunch:
You wouldn-t take them out to lunch . . .
But if they strike you as friendly, funny,
Full of bounce and fond of a romp,
Forgetful of poetic pomp,
I trust you-ll take them as you find them
And, at the very least, not mind them.
T. S. Eliot-s best-selling collection of practical cat poems has been one of the most successful poetry collections ever. At last, in the 80th year of Old Possum-s Cats, we have the companion volume that Eliot had envisaged, written by master poet and Costa-winner, Christopher Reid.
This wonderfully witty and varied collection, illustrated in full-colour by the brilliant Sara Ogilvie, is perfect for younger readers to appreciate. A book that will be enjoyed by generations to come, perfect for reading together!
