Elizabeth Coatsworth
Born: 01-01-1941
Elizabeth Coatsworth was an American author renowned for her children's literature and poetry. Born in 1893, she wrote more than 90 books throughout her career. Her most famous work, "The Cat Who Went to Heaven," won the Newbery Medal in 1931. Coatsworth's literary contributions are celebrated for their rich imagination and cultural depth, drawing inspiration from her extensive travels. She passed away in 1986, leaving a lasting legacy in children's literature.
Book summaries for books written by Elizabeth Coatsworth
Quotes
You cannot see the soul of a man, nor the soul of a cat either, but they are there all the same.
The Buddha said, 'The world is a world of sorrows,' but I say to you, 'The world is a world of joys.'
The Buddha said, 'To live is to suffer,' but I say to you, 'To live is to love.'
When you love a creature, you will love its flaws too.
The heart of a cat is a mystery, but it is a mystery full of tenderness.
A cat who brings luck is not a common cat.
In the presence of a cat, one feels a great stillness, as if time has stopped.
The beauty of nature is a reflection of the beauty within us.
A cat's purr is the sweetest melody in the world.
The eyes of a cat hold the secrets of the universe.
A cat's presence can heal a broken heart.
The path to enlightenment is paved with compassion.