Meine Katzen

If cats could speak, what would they tell us? They would probably still remain silent to ensure that the secret of their grandeur is never revealed. Thus, the only option left is the art of keen observation to approach these willful and fascinating beings. Athénaïs Michelet, the wife of the famous historian and writer Jules Michelet, mastered this art with brilliance. Since early childhood – no fewer than 17 cats lived in her father's house – she watched Zizi, Blanchette, Moquo, and others while they slept and hunted, strutted and frolicked.

Her book is a passionate and insightful journey into the unfathomable cosmos of cats. It makes it clear: only in a household with cats can one truly learn how to face life's challenges, maintain calm at all times, and discover where happiness lies.