Puss In Boots (1900)

Puss In Boots is a classic fairy tale that has been retold and adapted countless times over the years. This particular version, published in 1900 and written by Josiah Wood Whymper, tells the story of a clever cat who helps his master, a poor miller's son, achieve wealth and status.The story begins with the miller's death, leaving his three sons with only his mill, his donkey, and his cat. The youngest son, who is often ridiculed by his older brothers, is given the cat as his inheritance. However, this cat is no ordinary feline - he is intelligent and cunning, and he quickly devises a plan to improve his master's fortunes.The cat sets out to catch a rabbit, which he presents to the king as a gift from his master. Impressed by the cat's wit and resourcefulness, the king invites the miller's son to his palace and offers him a position at court. The cat continues to scheme and plot, using his wits and charm to help his master rise through the ranks and win the heart of a beautiful princess.Puss In Boots is a delightful tale of adventure, deception, and triumph over adversity. Whymper's retelling of the story is engaging and entertaining, with vivid descriptions and lively dialogue that bring the characters to life. This book is sure to delight readers of all ages, whether they are familiar with the story or encountering it for the first time.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.