{"product_id":"slobcat","title":"Slobcat by Paul Geraghty","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBook Summary:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"57\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"55\"\u003eSlobcat\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a charming 32-page picture book that humorously explores the secret life of a deceptively lazy cat. Told from the perspective of a young girl who believes her pet does nothing but sleep, the text hilariously contrasts with Geraghty’s vibrant watercolor illustrations, which reveal Slobcat as brave and energetic—rescuing a kitten, scaring away snakes, rats, and even a burglar, all while appearing wholly indifferent to his household’s view of him.The clever interplay of naive narration and detailed imagery delivers a delightful twist on the classic \"lazy cat\" trope, making it perfect for read‑aloud sessions that spark laughter and imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout The Author:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"61\"\u003ePaul Geraghty\u003c\/strong\u003e (born May 3, 1959, in Durban, South Africa) is a celebrated author-illustrator of children’s picture books, known for his richly detailed and watercolor-illustrated stories. Educated in Fine Arts and English at the University of Natal, he later taught in Cape Town before moving to London in 1986 to pursue writing and illustration full‑time.\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eeraghty’s work often centers on animals and environmental themes, blending factual richness with imaginative storytelling. His acclaimed titles include \u003cem data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"162\"\u003eSlobcat\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"170\"\u003eSolo\u003c\/em\u003e (winner of the Red House Children’s Book Award), \u003cem data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"232\"\u003eThe Hunter\u003c\/em\u003e (shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal), \u003cem data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"282\"\u003ePig\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"293\"\u003eTortuga\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"316\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eThe Hoppameleon.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best Of Used Books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45980779512065,"sku":"32UUIJSHT-Used","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/PaulGeraghty.jpg?v=1737975144","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/slobcat","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}