Dewey Readmore Books was found in the book deposit box on the coldest day of winter and nursed back to health by the employees of the Spencer Public Library. Dewey is the true story of what it means to love a cat wholeheartedly, not only in good times but in bad - when Dewey started to age and his coat wasn’t as shiny and youthful as it was before. The library board actually discussed what to do with Dewey “now that he was old” and didn’t look as good. Apparently, we Americans are not only obsessed with human youthfulness but cat youthfulness too.
The story may be about a cat, but there are lessons to be learned that can apply to anyone's life. Dewey was a symbol of hope for the town of Spencer as they were going through the farm crisis in the 1980’s. People drove hundreds of miles to see Dewey as his story spread around the country and world. He seemed to bring the people of Spencer through hard times with his special touch.
If you love cats, libraries, or the small town life, then you’ll adore Dewey. This is a quick read that you will enjoy even if you do not care for cats.
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