It's Like This, Cat (Version 3)

Published in 1963, 'It's Like This, Cat' by Emily Neville is a Newbery Medal-winning novel that follows 14-year-old Dave Mitchell as he navigates life in 1960s New York City. Through a first-person narrative, the story explores themes of youth, love, family dynamics, and the challenges of growing up, all while featuring a significant tomcat named Cat. The book is notable for its authentic portrayal of urban adolescence during this era.