Bibliograph

The famous Nini, a mostly true story of how a plain white cat became a star, by Mary Nethery ; illustrated by John Manders

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The famous Nini, a mostly true story of how a plain white cat became a star, by Mary Nethery ; illustrated by John Manders

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

fiction

Main title

The famous Nini

Oclc number

263604724

Responsibility statement

by Mary Nethery ; illustrated by John Manders

Sub title

a mostly true story of how a plain white cat became a star

Summary

In Venice, Italy, in the 1890s, a stray cat draws attention to a coffee shop in which he inspired composer Giuseppe Verdi, and as the feline's fame grows, the shop's owner entertains royalty, the Pope, and many others. Includes historical notes about the real Nini and his visitors

Target audience

primary

Classification

Contributor