Cleo and Cornelius

Courageous Cleo and couch potato Cornelius live in ancient Egypt, where cats are pampered. Cornelius accidentally boards a boat headed to Rome, where dogs are pampered. Cleo and Cornelius race chariots, play games, perform in a theatre, and more. Will they ever return to Egypt?

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 28 August 2018
Publisher: Getty Trust Publications

In the ancient land of Egypt, where cats basked in the luxury of being pampered like gods and goddesses, lived a courageous feline named Cleo and a lazy couch potato named Cornelius. One fateful day, Cornelius accidentally boarded a boat bound for the distant city of Rome, leaving Cleo on a mission to find her beloved companion.

Upon arriving in Rome, Cleo was astonished to discover a different reality. Dogs were the ones receiving the utmost pampering, while cats roamed the streets in search of adventure. Free to explore and revel in the excitement, Cleo and Cornelius embarked on a series of thrilling escapades. They raced chariots, played games, performed in a theatre, and encountered a multitude of fascinating creatures, including hungry hippos, toga-clad dogs, and dancing cat mummies.

As their time in Rome unfolded, Cleo and Cornelius began to question their desire to return to Egypt. The city of Rome had captured their hearts with its vibrant culture and endless opportunities for fun. They had grown accustomed to the pampered lifestyle and found it hard to imagine leaving it behind.

However, their journey was not without its challenges. They faced numerous obstacles, including treacherous seas and fierce predators, that tested their courage and determination. Despite these dangers, Cleo and Cornelius remained steadfast in their quest to reunite with each other.

Finally, after months of wandering, Cleo and Cornelius arrived back in Egypt. The sight of the familiar pyramids and the Nile River brought a sense of relief and nostalgia to their hearts. They realized that while they had enjoyed their adventures in Rome, their true home was in Egypt.

From that day forward, Cleo and Cornelius lived happily ever after in Egypt, where cats continued to be pampered and cherished, and dogs found new adventures to explore. Their story became a legend, passed down from generation to generation, reminding everyone that sometimes, the greatest adventures can be found right in our own backyards.

Weight: 412g
Dimension: 260 x 239 x 6 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781947440036