The Cat Who Went to Heaven #967744

Newbery Medal Winner, 1931

Set in old Japan, The Cat Who Went to Heaven tells the moving story of a humble artist and his devoted white cat. Guided by spiritual tradition, the man believes that only certain creatures may enter heaven—yet his heart quietly questions what true purity really means.

Written with lyrical simplicity and deep emotional resonance, this beloved classic invites readers into a world where kindness outweighs rigid belief, and where even the smallest soul may find its place among the divine.