Smitten: A Kitten's Guide to Happiness (Hardcover)

by Rachael Hale (Author)

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Product Description
Ever wished you could be as happy and carefree as a kitten? SMITTEN: A Kitten's Guide to Happiness will help point the way. Acclaimed photographer Rachael Hale uses her lens, her love of cats, and a great deal of patience, to create an enchanting perspective on how kittens see the world.

This latest collection in her bestselling book series features 60 brand new images of adorable kittens as they frolic, sleep, and explore. The heartwarming and amusing photographs are presented alongside memorable quotations that serve to remind us to remain curious, to revel in playtime, to appreciate fine food and friends, and to never underestimate the power of a good nap.

About the Author
Rachael Hale has won numerous awards for her animal portraiture. Since 1995 her images have been published on calendars, posters, greeting cards, and stationery in more than 20 countries worldwide. She lives and works in Auckland, New Zealand, with her three cats, Edmund, Gianni, and Versace.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 160 pages
• Publisher: Bulfinch (October 19, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0821258486
• ISBN-13: 978-0821258484
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 8.6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #168,414 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Oh my gosh..., November 14, 2006

By	Kathy A. Powers "Kat" (Littleton, CO) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is the cutest ever!!! The photographs of the kittens alone would be enough. Or the funny, inspiring quotations by themselves would be enjoyable. But the pictures and quotes paired together make an irresistible book. This is a "must" for the cat lover on your gift list. Heck, this book is so cute it would convert a cat hater. Rachel Hale is a remarkable photographer. As an added touch, she identifies each kitten by name and includes an appendix which comments on her personal experience while photographing each kitten. I felt like I knew each one!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I'm not one for coffee table books but WOW this one is so cute!, March 19, 2007

By	B. Estorga (beautiful California, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

-- Absolutely irresistible.

I bought this on a whim through a book club offer and am so happy I did. It is soooo wonderful. The photos aren't just *cute* but also well-shot. They have an artistic bent -- not just another cute kitties book -- and are very uplifting. The author pairs heart-melting photographs of kittens (mostly 6 weeks old) with day-brightening quotes from various authors and philosophers.

For some reason, looking at their happy little furry faces never gets old, and never fails to put a smile on my face. This is a wonderful book to get and to share with the other animal lovers in your life. :-)

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars a good way to occupy your spare time, February 4, 2007

By	Stalwart Kreinblaster "SK2008" (Xanadu) - See all my reviews

If you are a cat person, as i clearly am, you will find this to be an absolutely adorable collection of pictures... For what it is it is great.. If you have some spare time passing through the bookstore - page through this one..