An Ode to a Cat by Eugene Field
April 16th, 2024

An Ode to a Cat.
By Eugene Field

A HUNGRY Cat—
A foolish Rat.
A lively Run—
Exciting Fun.
Ferocious Jaws—
Remorseless Claws.
A dying Squeal—
A hearty Meal.
Alas, poor Rat!
O happy Cat!

Illustration by John C. Frohn

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