by James Bowen
First published 2019
James Bowen walks through his North London shelter home one spring day in 2007 and discovers an injured orange tabby in the hallway. This chance encounter transforms both their lives and spawns an international bestselling story. Now Bowen faces a new challenge: how to stay grounded after unexpected fame while honoring the bond that changed everything. He turns to Bob himself for guidance, observing how his feline companion navigates the world with natural wisdom. Through Bob's example, Bowen learns about friendship, steadfastness, balance, and joy. The cat becomes his teacher in kindness, showing him how to treat himself and others with greater compassion. This small volume captures the ongoing relationship between man and cat, revealing how animals can guide us toward better ways of living. At its heart, the book celebrates the transformative power of an unlikely friendship that continues to inspire both author and readers worldwide.
Genres: animals, contemporary, non-fiction, biography-memoir
Vibes: emotional-atmospheric, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, unlikely-friendship
Setting: North London
Period: 2007
176 pages · Hardcover · Thomas Dunne Books