A delightful historical adventure set in Victorian London, The Cheshire Cheese Cat: A Dickens of a Tale tells the story of Skilley, a streetwise alley cat with a fondness for cheese, who finds unexpected refuge at Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, a tavern frequented by writers such as Charles Dickens. There, he strikes up an unlikely friendship with Pip, a learned mouse, and together they face threats from danger and deception—including a villainous rival cat named Pinch. Blending humor, history, and heart, the tale explores loyalty, courage, and the power of friendship, all brought to life with Barry Moser’s evocative illustrations.
Pages: 228
Publication Year: 2012 (©2011)
Publisher: Scholastic
Language: English
Original Language: English
Authors: Carmen Agra Deedy & Randall Wright
Illustrator: Barry Moser
Intended Age: Children ages 8–12, readers of historical and adventure fiction
