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Lloyd Alexander, born on January 30, 1924, was an American author of children's literature. Known for his rich imagination and unique narrative style, his works have been highly appreciated by readers.

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Famous Lloyd Alexander Quotes

“The only thing a cat worries about is what's happening right now. As we tell the kittens, you can only wash one paw at a time.”

Worry Right Now Happenings Cat Priorities Kitten Paws

Author:Lloyd Alexander

“All agreed that Quickset was the cleverest cat in the world. And, since Quickset had the same opinion, it was surely true.”

World Opinion Cat

Author:Lloyd Alexander

“Two cats can live as cheaply as one, and their owner has twice as much fun”

Two Fun Cat Owners

Book:My Five Tigers

Source: My Five Tigers

“Most cats do not approach humans recklessly. The possibility of concealed weapons, clods or sticks, tend to make them reserved. Homeless cats in particular-with some justification, unfortunately-consider humans their natural enemies. Much ceremony must be observed, and a number of diplomatic feelers put out, before establishing a state of truce.”

Source: My Five Tigers

“If the pull of the outside world is strong, there is also a pull towards the human. The cat may disappear on its own errands, but sooner or later, it returns once again for a little while, to greet us with its own type of love.”

Ifs World Humans May Littles Humanity Strong Animal Type Return Cat Disappear Sooner Or Later Outside World Errands Types Of Love

Author:Lloyd Alexander

“He [the cat] liked to peep into the refrigerator and risk having his head shut in by the closing door. He also climbed to the top of the stove, discontinuing the practice after he singed his tail.”

Practice Risk Doors Cat Tails Closing Refrigerators Stoves Closing Doors

Author:Lloyd Alexander

About the Author

Born: January 30, 1924
Died: May 17, 2007
Known for: Author
Quotes: 162

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