Dame Wiggins Of Lee, And Her Seven Wonderful Cats: A Humorous Tale (1885)

""Dame Wiggins Of Lee, And Her Seven Wonderful Cats: A Humorous Tale"" is a classic children's book first published in 1885. The book is written by Mrs. Pearson and tells the story of Dame Wiggins, an old woman who lives in a cottage with her seven cats. Each cat has a unique talent, such as playing the fiddle or baking bread, and together they help Dame Wiggins with her daily chores. One day, a wealthy merchant comes to Dame Wiggins' cottage and offers to buy her cats for a large sum of money. However, Dame Wiggins refuses to sell her beloved cats and instead challenges the merchant to a series of tests to prove their worth. The tests involve each cat showcasing their special talents, and in the end, the merchant is so impressed that he not only agrees not to buy the cats but also gives Dame Wiggins a large sum of money as a reward. The book is filled with humor and whimsy, and the illustrations add to the charm of the story. It is a delightful tale that teaches children the value of hard work and the importance of standing up for what you believe in. Overall, ""Dame Wiggins Of Lee, And Her Seven Wonderful Cats: A Humorous Tale"" is a timeless classic that is sure to entertain and inspire readers of all ages.With Illustrations By Kate Greenaway.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.