Book description
Cat Got Your Tongue?: Curious Feline Phrases from Around the World - A Whiskered Treasure Trove
If you've ever wondered how many ways a cat can be woven into everyday speech, Hannah Shaw's new book delivers with playful precision. In just under 200 pages she gathers 60 proverbs and idioms that span continents-from Portuguese "Quem não tem cão caça com gato" to Yiddish curses and Dutch kitchen-table warnings-all illustrated by the whimsical Sophie Lucido Johnson.
What makes this collection shine is its accessibility. Each saying appears in its original language, followed by a clear English translation and a concise explanation that feels both educational and entertaining. The author's own travels as an animal advocate lend authenticity; you can almost hear her recounting a Finnish grandmother wiping a table with a cat while muttering "There are many ways..." The book is perfect for casual readers who love cats, linguists fascinated by idiomatic nuance, or travelers craving a cultural shortcut.
The illustrations punctuate the text beautifully. Johnson's gentle line work brings each proverb to life-whether it's a mischievous kitten tied to bacon or a cat that "looks like the cat at a calendar" in Romania. The visuals add a layer of charm that makes the book an ideal gift for cat lovers and language enthusiasts alike.
Shaw's writing style is warm and conversational, making the dense cultural references feel approachable. Even the more obscure entries-such as the Turkish or Malaysian phrases-are unpacked with care, ensuring readers don't feel lost in translation. The book doesn't just list sayings; it invites you to see how cats shape human wisdom, humor, and even curses across cultures.
In sum, Cat Got Your Tongue? is a delightful blend of linguistic curiosity and feline fascination. It's the perfect companion for anyone who enjoys purring through pages while discovering that no matter where we live, cats have a way of speaking to us in their own sly, universal language.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience