Gillian Lynn’s Book of Particular Cats - A Memoir
Gillian Lynne’s Book of Particular Cats
A Memoir
May 2026
Continuing the 100th anniversary celebrations, Gillian Lynne’s Book of Particular Cats - A Memoir is the much-anticipated second part of Dame Gillian Lynne's autobiography, following her acclaimed memoir A Dancer in Wartime. It tells of a life well lived and explores the personal, star-studded stories that defined her extraordinary career.
Drawing inspiration from T. S. Eliot's timeless Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats alongside the feline characters of the world-renowned musical CATS, Gillian Lynne reflects on the people who shaped her life and work. From Sophia Loren and Margot Fonteyn to Judi Dench and Andrew Lloyd Webber, Gillian rubbed shoulders, quite literally, with stars of stage and screen. With wit, warmth and insight, these talented individuals appear front and centre amongst her vivid, beautifully written memories.
Collated by her husband, the actor Peter Land, Gillian Lynne's Book of Particular Cats weaves stories of hard work, passion and love to create a playful and inspiring portrait of a life spent in dance, theatre and artistry.
The Memoir is available from June 25 - click on the links to pre-order from Amazon, Foyles, and Waterstones
