![A House for Mrs. Hopper and The Cat Who Wanted To Go Home [Paperback] Jane Thayer](https://vintagebookshoppe.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/A-House-for-Mrs-Hopper-and-The-Cat-Who-Wanted-To-Go-Home-B000NKVS4Y.jpg)
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Paperback cover has some wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This charming paperback edition combines two delightful stories by Jane Thayer, a beloved author of children’s books in the mid-20th century. “A House for Mrs. Hopper” and “The Cat Who Wanted To Go Home” showcase Thayer’s talent for crafting heartwarming tales that resonate with young readers. Her stories often featured animals as central characters, allowing her to explore themes of friendship, family, and finding one’s place in the world through relatable narratives.
Thayer’s works were widely popular during the 1940s-1960s, a time when children’s literature was experiencing a renaissance, with authors like Dr. Seuss and Maurice Sendak pushing creative boundaries. While not as avant-garde as some of her contemporaries, Thayer’s gentle storytelling and endearing animal protagonists struck a chord with generations of children and their parents.
This particular copy, though well-loved with some wear on the cover, remains in good readable condition, a testament to the enduring appeal of Thayer’s tales. For collectors of vintage children’s literature or those seeking to introduce younger readers to classic animal stories, this volume offers a delightful glimpse into a cherished era of publishing.
