The Barnyard Cat Author:Brian J. Heinz It is a crisp autumn day on the farm. The crops have been gathered and stored. Barnabus, the barnyard cat, snoozes lazily atop his favorite haystack, soaking up the sun. But in the hills overlooking the fields. a hulking, rumpled, brute of a rat has gathered a small army to make off with the precious grain. As evening melds to darknes... more »s and the rats descend on the farm, Barnabus rises to the challenge in an energetic and comical battle, proving his true value to the farm. The lyrical narrative verse is supported by rich and vibrant watercolor illustrations. This is a book sure to delight young animal lovers.« less