This heroic tale was inspired by a true story that took place over 500 years ago. It tells of Katje the windmill cat who lives happily with Nico, the miller, in a Dutch village by the sea. But when Nico brings home his new bride, everything changes. Katje is shooed away by Lena as she sweeps the house or when she finds Katje playing with the new baby. Eventually poor Katje leaves her home and moves into the windmill. But when a storm breaks the dike that holds back the sea, Katje performs a feat of extraordinary courage that makes her forever welcome in the house.

About the Author
Author of the delightful picture book Katje the Windmill Cat, illustrated by Nicola Bayley. A truly gifted painter, best known for her loving, detailed illustrations of cats.

Reviews
Magnificent. * Carousel *
Gleams as brightly as a china bowl. * Junior Education *


Awards
Short-listed for English 4-11 Book Awards Leicester 2002 (UK) and Kate Greenaway Medal (CILIP) 2001 (UK).



Book Information
ISBN 9780744589399
Author Gretchen Woelfle
Format Paperback
Page Count 32
Imprint Walker Books Ltd
Publisher Walker Books Ltd
Weight(grams) 160g
Dimensions(mm) 200mm * 260mm * 4mm