To most of us, kittens are magical, lovable creatures with the power to entrance that one would not expect from their tiny, helpless forms. Yet, entrance us they do, to the extent that we are captive audiences whenever a kitten is available to gaze upon. How do these utterly dependent little fledglings grow into the regal, svelte, intelligent cats who gaze back at us with love, tolerance, or thinly concealed scorn, depending on their moods?

This illustrated "diary" tracks the development of a litter of kittens from newborn to six weeks.
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