From School Library Journal PreSchool-Grade 1-The flap states that this book is 'Adapted from stories in the 1955 publication of SNEAKERS: Seven Stories About a Cat.' However, while this picture book covers the same ground, editorial changes have been made, and the text does not contain the thoughtful descriptions or strong rhythm of Brown"s original, and some of the omissions diminish the cat"s perspective. Sneakers"s human family takes him to the ocean where he has a cold, wet experience with the sea and makes an unsuccessful attempt to catch a fish. 'So Sneakers decided to go out in a field and look for mice instead. The field was full of butterflies, so Sneakers chased one.' The day continues as he walks away from a looming seagull, chases shrimp, and watches the fog roll in. Mortimer"s exquisite paintings are a lovely complement to the text, with golden spreads of the black-and-white cat, the creatures he encounters, and the sea. An additional purchase. Laura Scott, Farmington Community Library, MI Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. About the Author Few writers have been as attuned to the concerns and emotions of childhood as Margaret Wise Brown (1910-1952). A graduate of Hollins College and the progressive Bank Street College of Education, she combined her literary aspirations with the study of child development. Her unique ability to see the world through a child"s eyes is unequaled. Her many classic books continue to delight thousands of young listeners and readers year after year.