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# Dewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World

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Review: A Terrific book about a terrific cat - As a cat lover myself, I enjoy reading books about cats. This is a wonderful story about a cat that touched so many people’s lives. Thank you Vicki for sharing his story with us.
Review: Sometimes Your Best Friend Isn't A Person - "Dewey" is a memoir of a cat who inhabited the Spencer, Iowa public library for 19 years. Intertwined with Dewey's story is the story of Dewey's human, Vicki Myron, and the ups and downs of her life and the life of Spencer as a community. This is not merely a collection of cute cat stories (although there are plenty of those as well), but is more the biography of a cat, and his relationship with the many people in his life. Parts of this story are quite sad, and Myron doesn't flinch from the sorrow, rather she discusses how Dewey helped her cope with issues in her life, and how he did the same for others. Obviously Myron and Dewey had a very special bond, one that even exists even after Dewey passed away. I am a believer in the power of the human-animal connection. Sometimes animals are a greater comfort than other people can be, and they have more noble causes. While Myron doesn't shy away from telling the bad with the good, there are numerous passages explaining Dewey's playful side and the uplifting effect he had on his human companions. I found the last portion of the book difficult but rewarding to read. As Dewey reached old age, he became more enfeebled as is normal, but never lost his spirit. This is hard for people who love animals, as most pet owners have to live with the realization that they will outlive their pets; I've been there, and the book brought all the emotions associated with that back to me. This isn't to say that you should avoid the book, in fact, quite the contrary. Dewey and Vicki Myron had a wonderful 19 year relationship, and Myron and Dewey emotionally depended on each other. While parting is difficult, it is still overcome by the wonders of the relationship itself. (As an aside, I actually felt more sorrow for Myron's parent's cat, Max, who was killed due to neglect at the veterinarian's office in the prime of his life.) This book is wonderful, although sometimes emotionally challenging. Many things went wrong in Myron's life, and she shares them unflinchingly; no matter how bad things got though, her best friend was always there for her. Thank you Vicki for the book and for taking care of a wonderful feline friend, and thank you Dewey for being an emissary for the human-animal bond and reminding ourselves of the value of love and friendship.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #9,613,755 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #5 in Midwest U.S. Biographies |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,226 Reviews |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Terrific book about a terrific cat
*by S***N on November 1, 2025*

As a cat lover myself, I enjoy reading books about cats. This is a wonderful story about a cat that touched so many people’s lives. Thank you Vicki for sharing his story with us.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sometimes Your Best Friend Isn't A Person
*by R***S on March 17, 2009*

"Dewey" is a memoir of a cat who inhabited the Spencer, Iowa public library for 19 years. Intertwined with Dewey's story is the story of Dewey's human, Vicki Myron, and the ups and downs of her life and the life of Spencer as a community. This is not merely a collection of cute cat stories (although there are plenty of those as well), but is more the biography of a cat, and his relationship with the many people in his life. Parts of this story are quite sad, and Myron doesn't flinch from the sorrow, rather she discusses how Dewey helped her cope with issues in her life, and how he did the same for others. Obviously Myron and Dewey had a very special bond, one that even exists even after Dewey passed away. I am a believer in the power of the human-animal connection. Sometimes animals are a greater comfort than other people can be, and they have more noble causes. While Myron doesn't shy away from telling the bad with the good, there are numerous passages explaining Dewey's playful side and the uplifting effect he had on his human companions. I found the last portion of the book difficult but rewarding to read. As Dewey reached old age, he became more enfeebled as is normal, but never lost his spirit. This is hard for people who love animals, as most pet owners have to live with the realization that they will outlive their pets; I've been there, and the book brought all the emotions associated with that back to me. This isn't to say that you should avoid the book, in fact, quite the contrary. Dewey and Vicki Myron had a wonderful 19 year relationship, and Myron and Dewey emotionally depended on each other. While parting is difficult, it is still overcome by the wonders of the relationship itself. (As an aside, I actually felt more sorrow for Myron's parent's cat, Max, who was killed due to neglect at the veterinarian's office in the prime of his life.) This book is wonderful, although sometimes emotionally challenging. Many things went wrong in Myron's life, and she shares them unflinchingly; no matter how bad things got though, her best friend was always there for her. Thank you Vicki for the book and for taking care of a wonderful feline friend, and thank you Dewey for being an emissary for the human-animal bond and reminding ourselves of the value of love and friendship.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Boon For Cat Lovers and Those Yearning For Simpler Times
*by S***Z on May 8, 2009*

Compared to the plethora of canine literature written over the past many decades, cat lovers have always had to scrounge to find anything remotely interesting to read regarding their favorite pet. We have Old Yeller, My Dog Skip, and Marley and Me, but where are the books of the feline persuasion? Not too many come to mind. This is why the release of Dewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World is so important, as it shows how America's most popular pet (yes, there are more cat than dog owners out there) can better human lives in much the same way as their canine counterparts. Dewey, for his part, was indeed a special cat who possessed the uncanny ability to read human behavior and use it to bring a little light into even the grouchiest patron's heart. It's not a coincidence that he soon became known across the world. But, in honesty, the book is as much about the author (and Dewey's foster mother), Vicki Myron, the town of Spencer, Iowa, and about nostalgia and the bittersweet passage of time as it is about little Dewey. In fact, so much of the book focuses on the author's own life struggles, as well as her fond feelings towards Iowa, readers expecting a simple sugary collection of Dewey tales may walk away a little disenchanted. The story of Spencer and the life travails of Vicky Myron have their own charms and poignancy, but they are not for everybody, and this is where the book slightly falters. Nevertheless, for anyone in search of a heartwarming animal tale that, for once, doesn't involve a dog, 'Dewey' will provide a worthwhile read. And for those feeling contemporary life has become too fast and complicated, the book's nostalgic look back at simpler times should prove satisfying as well. And lastly, for anyone experiencing hardship in a life that sometimes seems brutal or unforgiving, they too will uncover gems of wisdom and kinship within.

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