{"product_id":"whiskered-wisdom-patricia-smith-9798349282331","title":"Whiskered Wisdom: Philosophy From a Cat's Perspective","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens when you ask cats life's deepest questions? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Dr. Patricia Smith, they answer-grudgingly, brilliantly, and always on their own terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhiskered Wisdom\u003c\/em\u003e is a one-of-a-kind book that pairs some of history's most enduring philosophical quotes with the blunt, insightful, and occasionally unhinged reflections of cats. Drawing from thinkers like Confucius, Descartes, Simone de Beauvoir, and many more, it delivers a surprisingly thoughtful and often hilarious look at the pursuit of truth-from those who nap through most of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach quote entry opens with a cat's retelling of a classic idea-brief, witty, and delivered with that trademark feline disregard for authority. Some are sharp, some sleepy, some borderline chaotic-but each captures something real. Following the cat's take is the original quote that inspired it, fully cited and sourced. And to round things out, every entry ends with a real, well-researched cat fact-tied to the quote's origin, philosopher, or cultural context.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether the topic is knowledge, happiness, morality, time, or the nature of perception, these cats don't hold back. Some speak like sages. Others sound like they'd rather be chasing a laser pointer. But every voice feels authentic-and just insightful enough to make you wonder if your own cat is onto something.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat You'll Find in Every Entry: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA cat's retelling of a philosophical idea-clever, curious, or completely over it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original quote that inspired it-accurate and fully attributed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA real cat fact-odd, surprising, and rooted in historical or cultural detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book invites readers to laugh first and reflect second. The format makes it easy to browse, gift, or dip into for a quick hit of wisdom. Whether curled up on a couch or left strategically on a coffee table, it's designed for moments of delight, recognition, and the occasional head tilt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWho It's For: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCat lovers who know their pets are silently judging them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhilosophy fans who enjoy seeing big ideas flipped on their back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumor readers drawn to sharp writing and unexpected formats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift buyers looking for something original, smart, and laugh-out-loud clever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone curious enough to ask what a cat thinks about Aristotle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout the Author: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDr. Patricia Smith was a philosopher, researcher, and unapologetic cat enthusiast. Her work explored how humans search for meaning-and how their pets may have figured it out long ago. \u003cem\u003eWhiskered Wisdom\u003c\/em\u003e is the result of one of her most unusual projects: posing life's most enduring questions to cats and recording their answers with absolute seriousness. Compiled after her passing, this collection honors her wit, curiosity, and deep belief that wisdom sometimes comes with whiskers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWitty, warm, and sneakily profound, \u003cem\u003eWhiskered Wisdom\u003c\/em\u003e invites readers to see philosophy-and cats-from a whole new perspective. Whether you come for the laughs or stay for the quotes, this is a book you'll want to share, gift, and keep close. Possibly in a sunny spot on the windowsill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Patricia Smith\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798349282331\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Blind Cyclops Media\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/14\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 168\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.44lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.36d","brand":"Patricia Smith","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48851376439551,"sku":"9798349282331","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/whiskered-wisdom-patricia-smith-9798349282331","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}