I Am A Cat: All Three Volumes: The Hermes Publica Translation Paperback – April 27, 2025

I Am a Catby Natsume SōsekiStep into the witty and reflective mind of a cat who views the follies of human society with a sharp, sardonic eye. Born a stray and eventually taken in by a bumbling schoolteacher, the nameless feline narrator offers an unparalleled glimpse into the changing world of Meiji-era Japan. From middle-class pretensions to the absurdities of modern ambition, the cat's keen observations expose the comic vanity and quiet melancholy that define his human companions.First published in 1905, I Am a Cat remains one of Japan’s most beloved literary classics. Blending biting satire, philosophical musings, and clever humor, Natsume Sōseki crafts a timeless portrait of humanity—seen through the most unlikely and unforgettable of narrators. A must-read for lovers of world literature, satire, and anyone who has ever suspected that cats know more than they let on. Read more