This book is a cloth-bound Limited Edition of 150 numbered copies, signed by the illustrator and the author. It is a book for cat lovers of all ages, adults and children alike, as well as for art lovers. It recounts the tale of Ailsa, a true cat who arrived on Ruth's doorstep as a kitten and stayed the rest of her eventful life. Ailsa was one of those originals who delighted in exploring the world around her and got herself into all sorts of mischievous tangles. The loss of her tail did nothing to deter her. In fact she became the mother of kittens, fathered by her very good friend Whitey, who plays a charismatic supporting role in the unfolding tale. Canadian artist Ruth MacLean has captured the essence of a catness with masterly and colourful paper cut-outs. Scottish writer Catherine Wilson has matched the pictures with charming and witty verses that dance to the rhythm of Ailsa's mischief.
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CATHERINE WILSON lives on the island of Islay. She began her writing career when she was teaching at Secondary Schools in East Africa. Later she worked for the BBC and became the author of educational texts. She has collaborated with Ruth on several children's books all published by Ailsapres, which she helped to found in 2007. She has also trained as an art
More about Catherine WilsonCATHERINE WILSON lives on the island of Islay. She began her writing career when she was teaching at Secondary Schools in East Africa. Later she worked for the BBC and became the author of educational texts. She has collaborated with Ruth on several children's books all published by Ailsapres, which she helped to found in 2007. She has also trained as an art
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