The Book, Cat, & Cat Book Lovers Almanac

of historical trivia regarding books, cats, and other animals. Actually this blog has evolved so that it is described better as a blog about cats in history and culture. And we take as a theme the advice of Aldous Huxley: If you want to be a writer, get some cats. Don't forget to see the archived articles linked at the bottom of the page.

March 17, 2020

March 17, 1981

The myth that St. Gertrude of Nivelles was connected with cats goes back to 1981. This writeup has nice pictures.  Gertrude of Nivelles died on March 17, 659 AD

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