Soy un gato

This hilarious masterpiece of Japanese literature recounts the adventures of a disdainful cat accidentally cohabiting with a group of grotesque characters, all members of Tokyo’s sanctimonious middle class during the Meiji era. THese characters include the dyspeptic professor Kushami and his family, who are theoretical owners of the house where the cat lives; the teacher’s best friend; the irritating charlatan Meite; and the young scholar Kangetsu. A satire with acerbic wit and sardonic per...