The White Cat by Gelett Burgess

Name: The White Cat
Author: Gelett Burgess

The White Cat is a short story written by Gelett Burgess. It tells the tale of a white cat who lives in a house with a family and their other pets, including a dog named Spot. The cat is very mischievous and often gets into trouble, but ultimately proves to be a loyal friend to the family.

By Gelett Burgess · First published 1897 · Genre: Fantasy, Fairy Tale, Adventure · 17 chapters · 93,240 words

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I came to myself with a disturbing sense that something was wrong with me. My discomfort, increasing steadily, resolved itself into two distinct factors -- a pain in my side at every breath and a throbbing ache in the top of my head. I realized that I was in bed, and the first strangeness of it struck me. I could not account for it. The wild, spicy odor of flowers came to me, adding to my perplexity. Then I opened my eyes.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Gelett Burgess
Date: 1897 CE
Language: English
Genres: Fantasy, Fairy Tale, Adventure, Children's Literature, Humor
Length: 93,240 words
Structure: 17 chapters, 1,744 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Genres

Fantasy — The story involves magical elements and fantastical creatures, central to the plot.
Fairy Tale — The narrative follows a traditional fairy tale structure with moral lessons and whimsical characters.
Adventure — The protagonist embarks on a journey filled with challenges and quests.
Children's Literature — The writing style and themes are suitable for a younger audience.