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Trim Paperback – January 1, 1977

by Matthew Flinders (Author)

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the story of a brave, seafaring cat who, in the company of Matthew Flinders, circumnavigated the globe in the years 1799-1804. to the memory of trim, the best and most illustrious of his Race, the most affectionate of friends, faithful of servants, and best of creatures. He made a tour of the Globe, and a voyage to Australia, which he circumnavigated; and was ever the delight and pleasure of his fellow voyagers. Returning to Europe in 1803, he was shipwrecked in the Great Equinoxial Ocean; this danger escaped, he sought refuge and assistance at the Isle of France, where he was made prisoner, contrary to the laws of Justice, of Humanity, and of French National Faith; and where, alas! He terminated his useful career; by an untimely death, being devoured by the Catophago of that island. Many a time have I beheld his little merriment's with delight, and his superior intelligence with surprise: Never will his life be seen again! trim was born in the Southern Indian Ocean, in the Year 1799, and perished as above at the Isle of France in 1804. Peace be to his shade, and Honour to his memory.

Print length

30 pages
Language

English
Publisher

Collins
Publication date

January 1, 1977
ISBN-10

0001850288
ISBN-13

978-0001850286
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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Collins (January 1, 1977)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 30 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0001850288
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0001850286

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Mr. Leslie C. Gordon

trim

Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2014

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After reading Bryce Courtnay,s trim,I felt I had to read Trim by Mathew Flinders.I was not disappointed.it gave an insight into how Mathew Flinders aswsociated with his beloved cat.A truly lovable cat which kept his spirits up during all his voyages.it was a pity that Trim was lost or kidnapped when Flinders was taken prisoner.he truly lost a loyal friend.

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Rhonda Ballard

Good boy!

Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2019

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Such a brave and wonderful kitty, and superb writing style! Loved every page!

Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2017

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Two of my gave subjects Cats & Flinders luv it m

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Robbocx

Trim - a cat's adventure

Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2005

This was a good insight to the life and times of a great explorer and his faithful cat Trim. Being written over 200 years ago by Mathew Flinders while in captivity in Mauritius the text is a little hard going in some places. Very worthwhile for anyone who likes history and extraordinary cats.

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Pablo A Calvan

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2017

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Great cat, great man, great story!

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monopolylife

Trim

Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2019

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Book arrived in great condition. Very pleased at the low price! Thank You!

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B V Cordingley

Trim - a good read for cat lovers

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 20, 2018

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A beautiful and sometimes moving book written in an old-fashioned style. A joyous read which is short enough to be digested at a single sitting. The story of Trim's life with Flinders will be of particular interest to those who have a cat as a companion.

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Mrs. T. M. Hart

Trim by Matthew Flinders

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 27, 2011

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An interesting book that will take you about 30 minutes to read! Although written several hundred years ago, it is very readable and shows delightfully that a tough sea captain can be completely soppy over a cat!
Our book club was reading "Matthew Flinders Cat" by Bryce Courtenay and "Trim" gave me an insight into the theme that weaves the plot of this novel together.

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Pamela joyce

Charming and unique historical story

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 28, 2013

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Unique diary of a great navigator telling the story of his seafaring cat Trim who was obviously a marvellous character
and had his part to play in the exploration of Australia's coastline in the nineteenth century.

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Chlamyphorus

An Estimable Feline from History

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 26, 2018

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Well, how many Georgian cat biographies do you know?

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sooz

Great purchase

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 7, 2018