Minou is a charming parable about the importance of self sufficiency. What does a pampered house cat do when she finds herself alone on the mean streets of Paris? It didn't occur to me that this was specifically aimed at promoting independence among young girls until I read the author's note at th...
One of my favorite books for children. Minou, a lovingly-drawn Siamese, lives with an old artist lady in a Paris apartment. One day, the lady suddenly drops dead. (This is implied; the actual death happens off-stage). Minou, who has never had to look after herself for five minutes of her pampered li...