Observational prose about the human world told through the voice of a cat
Archibald in Turkey: The Journey of a Bengal Cat
Archibald is a cat who enjoys saying out loud what people often prefer to keep silent about.
He knows he has been very fortunate — to be born into love, to grow up surrounded by books, music and art, and to see the world.
The little Bengal cat is inspired by the life of Eliza Orzeszkowa — a writer, aristocrat by origin and social activist who did a great deal for others. Archibald believes that even a cat’s word can be an act.
That is why a significant part of the proceeds from the book is directed toward helping homeless animals in need of care, treatment and support.
Archibald is not just a cat. He is a family diplomat who knows how to reconcile people, build bridges of understanding both within families and between cultures. He tries to understand how the world works — and why it works this way.
Sometimes he successfully navigates bureaucratic quests in different countries (=^･ｪ･^=).
And if something doesn’t work out, this whiskered Bengal resorts to unconventional solutions and collective feline intelligence.
Archibald is ironic, empathetic and moderately talkative.
Secretly, without his owner Tanya knowing, he has made friends in different countries around the world — and he invites you to become part of this circle.
He knows he has been very fortunate — to be born into love, to grow up surrounded by books, music and art, and to see the world.
The little Bengal cat is inspired by the life of Eliza Orzeszkowa — a writer, aristocrat by origin and social activist who did a great deal for others. Archibald believes that even a cat’s word can be an act.
That is why a significant part of the proceeds from the book is directed toward helping homeless animals in need of care, treatment and support.
Archibald is not just a cat. He is a family diplomat who knows how to reconcile people, build bridges of understanding both within families and between cultures. He tries to understand how the world works — and why it works this way.
Sometimes he successfully navigates bureaucratic quests in different countries (=^･ｪ･^=).
And if something doesn’t work out, this whiskered Bengal resorts to unconventional solutions and collective feline intelligence.
Archibald is ironic, empathetic and moderately talkative.
Secretly, without his owner Tanya knowing, he has made friends in different countries around the world — and he invites you to become part of this circle.
About the Book
“Archibald in Turkey” is the first book in the series The World of Archibald.
It is observational prose about the adult world, told through the voice of a cat.
A Bengal cat with European roots, living in Russia with his owner, sets off on a new journey.
This is an interactive story: you can not only read it, but also listen to Archibald’s purring by scanning QR codes, travel together with the hero, and take part in creating new stories and personal discoveries.
The book is currently published in Russian and Turkish, and an English edition is in preparation.
The text is accompanied by illustrations, a mini-vocabulary and creative tasks.
If you are here, it is not by chance.
Welcome to the World of Archibald!
It is observational prose about the adult world, told through the voice of a cat.
A Bengal cat with European roots, living in Russia with his owner, sets off on a new journey.
This is an interactive story: you can not only read it, but also listen to Archibald’s purring by scanning QR codes, travel together with the hero, and take part in creating new stories and personal discoveries.
The book is currently published in Russian and Turkish, and an English edition is in preparation.
The text is accompanied by illustrations, a mini-vocabulary and creative tasks.
If you are here, it is not by chance.
Welcome to the World of Archibald!
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- Hear Archibald
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Who Is This Book For?
This book is for you if:
— you appreciate irony without cynicism;
— you are tired of superficial content;
— you are interested in cultures, travel and the search for meaning;
— you enjoy thoughtful and meaningful writing;
— you would like to read together with your child;
— the idea of dialogue resonates with you, and you would like to become a co-creator of the story.
— you appreciate irony without cynicism;
— you are tired of superficial content;
— you are interested in cultures, travel and the search for meaning;
— you enjoy thoughtful and meaningful writing;
— you would like to read together with your child;
— the idea of dialogue resonates with you, and you would like to become a co-creator of the story.
Tatiana Prolesko is the author of the book and the creator of the project The World of Archibald.
Read more about the author
She writes literary prose and essays, exploring language, everyday life, and the ways the world can be transformed through observation and attention to detail.
Archibald in Turkey is the first book in a series that brings together text, illustrations, and elements of interactive reading.
Read more about the author
She writes literary prose and essays, exploring language, everyday life, and the ways the world can be transformed through observation and attention to detail.
Archibald in Turkey is the first book in a series that brings together text, illustrations, and elements of interactive reading.
What’s inside the book
A journey through cultures — vivid observations — language woven into the story —
interactive elements — illustrations
interactive elements — illustrations
🐾 Learn Language Through Story 🐾
Mini Vocabulary
Mini Vocabulary
🐾 City Talk
Useful Everyday Phrases
Useful Everyday Phrases
🐾 Archibald’s Voice
QR Codes with Sounds
QR Codes with Sounds
🐾 One Story
Two Languages
Two Languages
"Sometimes, to understand yourself, you have to go where no one understands you.”
Listen to Archibald’s purr
Meet Archibald
If Archibald’s world resonates with you, feel free to write to the author.
You can also follow the development of the project on this website.
For collaboration, translation and project inquiries:
📧 archi.bengalcat@gmail.com
The second book is already in progress
© Tatiana Prolesko, 2026
The World of Archibald
The World of Archibald
