The whimsical Cats of B. Kliban have held a cherished place in the hearts of fans since the publication of Cat in 1975. Inspired by the antics of his own cats, Kliban created Cat, a quirky kitty who embodies Kliban’s offbeat sense of humor. Cat lives in a world of absurd adventures that real cats can only dream about. In this notecard collection, Kliban’s beloved Cats frolic in four scenarios, each with a humorous twist. Kliban’s gentle touch infuses his paintings with goofiness and glee, as felines give humans a fresh look at life About the artist: The Cats of B. “Hap” Kliban’s imagination have been delighting children and adults since the publication ofCatin 1975. And why not? The timeless Cat, often wearing signature red tennis shoes, lives in a world of adventure that real cats, and their people, can only dream about. Kliban (American, 1935–1990) spent most of his art career in the San Francisco Bay Area. He sold his work toPlayboymagazine, which helped establish him as one of America’s top cartoonists. He also sold cartoons to theNew Yorker, National Lampoon, Esquire, and Punch. Kliban pioneered a new genre of single-panel adult cartoons and published several humor books in addition to his Cat creations. His body of work continues to inspire artists today.
