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"One of the best children's books I have read for years." The Independent on Sunday"
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This Walker audio CD is packed with entertaining story-based activities for children to enjoy again and again. Based on the wonderfully atmospheric and dramatic Cornish tale of Old Tom, the fisherman, and his cat Mowzer, who braved the wrath of the Great Storm-Cat to save their village.
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39 of 39 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I first came across this book when I was in junior school. The Mousehole Cat had only just been published, and a group of classmates and I were asked to review it and other books for an award.
As a 10 year old, I remember thinking that this book was like a jewel. Every page was richly illustrated and the story was beautifully told. The fascinating details in both the text and the artwork captured my imagination - it was a masterpiece. Needless to say, the book won the Illustrated Book category by a mile.
After my first child was born, I found the perfect excuse to wallow in the children's sections of various bookstores. To my joy, I found a copy of The Mousehole Cat and bought it straight away, and was delighted to find that, even from an adult point of view, it was still a magical read.
Inspired by a Cornish legend, The Mousehole Cat is told more from a cat's perspective than that of a human, which is rather sweet if you're a cat lover...
Set in Mousehole (pronounced Mowzel), a real fishing village in Cornwall, this is a tale of the bravery of Mowzer (the Mousehole Cat) and her pet human, old Tom. One winter, there is a terrible storm at sea, caused by the Great Storm Cat. Although the fishing boats are safe behind the harbour wall, the fishermen cannot fish, and, because the fishermen cannot fish, there is no food. Old Tom cannot stand by and watch the children starve, and he decides he must go fishing in order to help the starving villagers. So, he and Mowzer venture out in old Tom's boat... Will they return heroes or perish at the paws of the Great Sea Cat?
The Mousehole Cat appeals to both adults and children alike. The pictures are fabulous. They range from full page illustrations to borders around the text, and their detail is fascinating. They really do bring both the story and Mousehole alive. The text is exceptional, littered with details which are designed to satisfy an inquisitive mind. The Sunday Times recommends it "for any age from five or so to very grown up", but there is a lot of text and the language can become quite complex in places. A couple of words might have you reaching for your dictionary in places, even if you are an adult! A five year old would not be capable of reading this book alone, although an older child would enjoy doing so. This book is ideal for reading to children, especially when a lot of time can be spent on reading it and enjoying the pictures.
Definitely a book to read to children, The Mousehole Cat is a must-have treasure which can be enjoyed again and again without losing any of its magic.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a heartwarming story about a brave cat Mowzer and her pet human Tom. There are touches of humour, sadness and magic throughout and lots of references to delicious fish dishes. The story is based on an old Cornish legend and centres on a real fishing village called Mousehole or 'Mowzel'. (Which now I'd like to visit and when I get there to eat star-gazy pies.)
Mowzer and Tom live a very cosy life until a great storm brews up. This stops the fishing boats going out to sea and after several days everyone is very hungry. Mowzer and Tom set off to sea. Their tiny boat is tossed about like a toy that a giant storm cat is teasing and playing with. Will they make it safely home....?
At first I found the story a little wordy but within a couple of pages I was hooked. I found myself totally engrossed in the poetic language and the detailed illustrations. I could even hear a Cornish accent in my head when old Tom spoke to Mowzer. By the end of the story I found it difficult to see the text as my eyes had filled up with tears. I'm so glad I was reading it inside my head and in the privacy of my own home. I would not have been able to read it out loud without my voice cracking (so be warned all you similarly soft hearted people).
The story is beautifully illustrated with rich colours and great detail. I will enjoy looking at the pictures with my young grand daughter and will have to practice the reading out loud bit so I don't spoil it by choking up!
I am about to buy two more copies, one for an adult friend and the other for my godson. Both of them really like cats and I am sure they will love this story. I think it would also appeal to anyone with an interest in fishermen or boats.
I would love to see the original art work that illustrates the story.
I hope the author and illustrator occassionally look at these reviews just to see how much their work has been appreciated.
Mowzer and Tom live a very cosy life until a great storm brews up. This stops the fishing boats going out to sea and after several days everyone is very hungry. Mowzer and Tom set off to sea. Their tiny boat is tossed about like a toy that a giant storm cat is teasing and playing with. Will they make it safely home....?
At first I found the story a little wordy but within a couple of pages I was hooked. I found myself totally engrossed in the poetic language and the detailed illustrations. I could even hear a Cornish accent in my head when old Tom spoke to Mowzer. By the end of the story I found it difficult to see the text as my eyes had filled up with tears. I'm so glad I was reading it inside my head and in the privacy of my own home. I would not have been able to read it out loud without my voice cracking (so be warned all you similarly soft hearted people).
The story is beautifully illustrated with rich colours and great detail. I will enjoy looking at the pictures with my young grand daughter and will have to practice the reading out loud bit so I don't spoil it by choking up!
I am about to buy two more copies, one for an adult friend and the other for my godson. Both of them really like cats and I am sure they will love this story. I think it would also appeal to anyone with an interest in fishermen or boats.
I would love to see the original art work that illustrates the story.
I hope the author and illustrator occassionally look at these reviews just to see how much their work has been appreciated.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
My brother bought this book for my son on a trip to Cornwall. It is one of the most beautifully illustrated books that we own, but is also very beautifully written.
Even though my son is only two, and the story is a little long for him, we love reading it together. It is a heartwarming tale that can easily bring a tear to the reader's eye (maybe I'm jsut a softy).
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Beautiful little book
This was one of my children's favourites so I have bought it for a friend's child for Christmas. It is beautifully and emotively illustrated with great detail and tells the story... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Foxtrot
Purrfect cat story!
This story is purrfect. It has everything I require in a book: loveable characters, dramatic action, poetic language and delicious food! Read more
Published 5 months ago by Reader in Beds
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having gone down to cornwall for a wonderful family holiday the children have happy memories of Mousehole and so they enjoyed reading this book
Published 5 months ago by A. Eckersall
Great service.
Book arrived quickly - well packaged and in great condition.
This is a wonderful story - I use it as a class text and we explore the wonderful language and beautiful pictures. Read more
This is a wonderful story - I use it as a class text and we explore the wonderful language and beautiful pictures. Read more
Published 7 months ago by boggylonnan
Beautiful and captivating
This is such a lovely, lovely book and I never tire of reading it with my children. It is beautifully written and illustrated and is such a wonderful little tale. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Net
A benchmark for children's literature
The Mousehole Cat is a perfect example of timeless children's literature. Although this book is decades old, it is enduring and charming. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mr. Timothy J. Franklin
Excellent
I bought this book for my children and have now, years later, bought 2 more copies for my grandchildren! Read more
Published 10 months ago by Panda
Story brings a tear to your eye
I used this story to plan a Y1/2 extended stories unit. The children and I really enjoyed the story and loved the relationship shared between Tom and his cat.
Published 14 months ago by Ali27
Beautiful in every way
Just finished reading this to my 5 year old. He loved it, I loved it even more.
If you like this, see also The Tyger Voyage, also illustrated by Nicola Bayley and... Read more
If you like this, see also The Tyger Voyage, also illustrated by Nicola Bayley and... Read more
Published 16 months ago by James Lang
A Cornish classic with beautiful illustrations.
I was three when this book was published and my mum read it to me the moment she could get hold of it. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Jenifer Slattery
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