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Item specifics
- Condition
- Publication Date
- 2020-11-10
- Pages
- 288
- ISBN
- 1250217725
- Book Title
- Cat's Tale : a Journey Through Feline History
- Publisher
- Holt & Company, Henry
- Item Length
- 8.8 in
- Publication Year
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 0.8 in
- Genre
- Pets, Technology & Engineering, History
- Topic
- Agriculture / Animal Husbandry, Cats / General, Social History, Essays & Narratives
- Item Weight
- 25.4 Oz
- Item Width
- 7.8 in
- Number of Pages
- 288 Pages
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Holt & Company, Henry
ISBN-10
1250217725
ISBN-13
9781250217721
eBay Product ID (ePID)
17038817746
Product Key Features
Book Title
Cat's Tale : a Journey Through Feline History
Number of Pages
288 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2020
Topic
Agriculture / Animal Husbandry, Cats / General, Social History, Essays & Narratives
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Pets, Technology & Engineering, History
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
25.4 Oz
Item Length
8.8 in
Item Width
7.8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2019-032333
Dewey Edition
23
TitleLeading
A
Reviews
"[A] charming, funny, and informative history of cats . . . full of fascinating historical anecdotes [and] hilarious color photos of Baba in various costumes and wings. . . . Even cat aficionados will learn something new--and have fun doing it." -- Publishers Weekly "Almost certainly the most unique cat history book ever published. . . . Cats have now firmly established themselves as pop culture icons and favorite pets. But in Koudounaris' view, they still have much to say, if only we give them the chance." -- Smithsonian Magazine " A Cat's Tale chronicles the powerful and ancient influence of cats throughout (and upon) history. This is already a standout premise--but what elevates this book into the stratosphere of literary greatness are the dozens of portraits of Baba in elaborate historic regalia." -- BookPage , "Most Anticipated Books of Fall 2020" "Baba is a true triple threat--model, writer, and incisive cultural historian. Her work deserves its place in the pantheon of feline literary greats." --Caitlin Doughty, New York Times bestselling author of Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs? "Baba--ably assisted by his amanuensis, Paul Koudounaris--introduces us to a rich cast of feline characters from the past. A Cat's Tale is an exquisitely crafted love letter to all things feline. And it is precisely the kind of delightful distraction that the world so desperately needs." --Lindsey Fitzharris, bestselling author of The Butchering Art and PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award Winner "A historical chronicle of our beloved felis catus and proof that cats are--and always have been--superior creatures in every way since the dawn of time. It is a true purr de force." -- Susan Michals, creator of CatCon and Cat Art Show and author of Walter Chandoha. Cats. Photographs, 1942-2018, "Baba is a true triple threat--model, writer, and incisive cultural historian. Her work deserves its place in the pantheon of feline literary greats." --Caitlin Doughty, New York Times bestselling author of Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs? "Baba--ably assisted by his amanuensis, Paul Koudounaris--introduces us to a rich cast of feline characters from the past. A Cat's Tale is an exquisitely crafted love letter to all things felines. And it is precisely the kind of delightful distraction that the world so desperately needs." --Lindsey Fitzharris, bestselling author of The Butchering Art and PEN/E.O. Wilson Award Winner, "[A] charming, funny, and informative history of cats . . . full of fascinating historical anecdotes [and] hilarious color photos of Baba in various costumes and wings. . . . Even cat aficionados will learn something new--and have fun doing it." -- Publishers Weekly "Baba is a true triple threat--model, writer, and incisive cultural historian. Her work deserves its place in the pantheon of feline literary greats." --Caitlin Doughty, New York Times bestselling author of Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs? "Baba--ably assisted by his amanuensis, Paul Koudounaris--introduces us to a rich cast of feline characters from the past. A Cat's Tale is an exquisitely crafted love letter to all things feline. And it is precisely the kind of delightful distraction that the world so desperately needs." --Lindsey Fitzharris, bestselling author of The Butchering Art and PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award Winner "A historical chronicle of our beloved felis catus and proof that cats are--and always have been--superior creatures in every way since the dawn of time. It is a true purr de force." -- Susan Michals, creator of CatCon and Cat Art Show and author of Walter Chandoha. Cats. Photographs, 1942-2018, "Baba is a true triple threat--model, writer, and incisive cultural historian. Her work deserves its place in the pantheon of feline literary greats." --Caitlin Doughty, New York Times bestselling author of Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs? "Baba--ably assisted by his amanuensis, Paul Koudounaris--introduces us to a rich cast of feline characters from the past. A Cat's Tale is an exquisitely crafted love letter to all things feline. And it is precisely the kind of delightful distraction that the world so desperately needs." --Lindsey Fitzharris, bestselling author of The Butchering Art and PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award Winner "A historical chronicle of our beloved felis catus and proof that cats are--and always have been--superior creatures in every way since the dawn of time. It is a true purr de force." -- Susan Michals, creator of CatCon and Cat Art Show and author of Walter Chandoha. Cats. Photographs, 1942-2018, "Almost certainly the most unique cat history book ever published. . . . Cats have now firmly established themselves as pop culture icons and favorite pets. But in Koudounaris' view, they still have much to say, if only we give them the chance." -- Smithsonian Magazine " A Cat's Tale chronicles the powerful and ancient influence of cats throughout (and upon) history. This is already a standout premise--but what elevates this book into the stratosphere of literary greatness are the dozens of portraits of Baba in elaborate historic regalia." -- BookPage , "Most Anticipated Books of Fall 2020" "[A] charming, funny, and informative history of cats . . . full of fascinating historical anecdotes [and] hilarious color photos of Baba in various costumes and wings. . . . Even cat aficionados will learn something new--and have fun doing it." -- Publishers Weekly "Baba is a true triple threat--model, writer, and incisive cultural historian. Her work deserves its place in the pantheon of feline literary greats." --Caitlin Doughty, New York Times bestselling author of Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs? "Baba--ably assisted by his amanuensis, Paul Koudounaris--introduces us to a rich cast of feline characters from the past. A Cat's Tale is an exquisitely crafted love letter to all things feline. And it is precisely the kind of delightful distraction that the world so desperately needs." --Lindsey Fitzharris, bestselling author of The Butchering Art and PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award Winner "A historical chronicle of our beloved felis catus and proof that cats are--and always have been--superior creatures in every way since the dawn of time. It is a true purr de force." -- Susan Michals, creator of CatCon and Cat Art Show and author of Walter Chandoha. Cats. Photographs, 1942-2018, "[A] charming, funny, and informative history of cats . . . full of fascinating historical anecdotes [and] hilarious color photos of Baba in various costumes and wings. . . . Even cat aficionados will learn something new--and have fun doing it." -- Publishers Weekly " A Cat's Tale chronicles the powerful and ancient influence of cats throughout (and upon) history. This is already a standout premise--but what elevates this book into the stratosphere of literary greatness are the dozens of portraits of Baba in elaborate historic regalia." -- BookPage , "Most Anticipated Books of Fall 2020" "Baba is a true triple threat--model, writer, and incisive cultural historian. Her work deserves its place in the pantheon of feline literary greats." --Caitlin Doughty, New York Times bestselling author of Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs? "Baba--ably assisted by his amanuensis, Paul Koudounaris--introduces us to a rich cast of feline characters from the past. A Cat's Tale is an exquisitely crafted love letter to all things feline. And it is precisely the kind of delightful distraction that the world so desperately needs." --Lindsey Fitzharris, bestselling author of The Butchering Art and PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award Winner "A historical chronicle of our beloved felis catus and proof that cats are--and always have been--superior creatures in every way since the dawn of time. It is a true purr de force." -- Susan Michals, creator of CatCon and Cat Art Show and author of Walter Chandoha. Cats. Photographs, 1942-2018, "Baba is a true triple threat--model, writer, and incisive cultural historian. Her work deserves its place in the pantheon of feline literary greats." --Caitlin Doughty, New York Times bestselling author of Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs? "Baba--ably assisted by his amanuensis, Paul Koudounaris--introduces us to a rich cast of feline characters from the past. A Cat's Tale is an exquisitely crafted love letter to all things feline. And it is precisely the kind of delightful distraction that the world so desperately needs." --Lindsey Fitzharris, bestselling author of The Butchering Art and PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award Winner "A historical chronicle of our beloved felis catus and proof that cats are--and always have been--superior creatures in every way since the dawn of time. It is a true purr de force." -- Susan Michaels, creator of CatCon and Cat Art Show and author of Walter Chandoha. Cats. Photographs, 1942-2018, "Baba is a true triple threat--model, writer, and incisive cultural historian. Her work deserves its place in the pantheon of feline literary greats." --Caitlin Doughty, New York Times bestselling author of Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs? "Baba--ably assisted by his amanuensis, Paul Koudounaris--introduces us to a rich cast of feline characters from the past. A Cat's Tale is an exquisitely crafted love letter to all things feline. And it is precisely the kind of delightful distraction that the world so desperately needs." --Lindsey Fitzharris, bestselling author of The Butchering Art and PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award Winner
Dewey Decimal
636.8
Table Of Content
Introduction: Invitation for a Grand Adventure from a Very Learned Tabby Cat The Golden Age: Cats in Prehistory and Ancient Egypt Glory Road: Feline Migration Across Asia Triumph and Tragedy in Europe: The Rise and Fall of the Feline Empire The Great Escape: Sea-faring Cats through the Ages (And Other Feline Heroes!) Redemption: The Enlightenment and the Rise of the Modern Feline A New Beginning: Cats Across America Afterword: A Note from Baba's Human
Synopsis
"Fun, fanciful, and even informative." -- People The first comprehensive history of felines--from the laps of pagan gods to present-day status as meme stars--as revealed by a very learned tabby with a knack for hunting down facts Since the dawn of civilization, felines have prowled alongside mankind as they expanded their territory and spread the myth of human greatness. And today, cats are peddled on social media as silly creatures here to amuse humans with their antics. But this is an absurd, self-centered fantasy. The true history of felines is one of heroism, love, tragedy, sacrifice, and gravitas. Not entirely convinced? Well, get ready, because Baba the Cat is here to set the record straight. Spanning almost every continent and thousands--yes, thousands--of years, Baba's complex story of feline survival presents readers with a diverse cast of cats long forgotten: from her prehistoric feline ancestors and the ancient Egyptian cat goddess Bastet to the daring mariners at the height of oceanic discovery, key intellectuals in the Enlightenment period, revered heroes from World Wars I and II, and the infamous American tabbies. Baba, a talented model in addition to a scholar, goes beyond surface-level scratches, pairing her freshly unearthed research with a series of stunning costume portraits to bring history to life. A paws-on journey through the feline hall of fame, with in-depth research and four-legged testaments that will make you rethink who defines history, A Cat's Tale is a one-of-a-kind chronicle that introduces readers to the illustrious ancestors of their closest companions and shows, once and for all, that cats know exactly what they're doing.
LC Classification Number
SF442.6.K68 2020
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