Cat - Juliet Clutton-Brock

Cats range greatly in size and appearance
yet they all have remarkably similar behaviour patterns.
Worshipped by the ancient Egyptians
yet reviled as demonic in medieval times
cats have long fascinated people. This collection of superb photographs brings their story vividly to life.Starting with the evolution and anatomy of big and small
wild and domestic
the book describes their reproduction
behaviour
habitats and how they were first domesticated.
See in close-up the lions and leopards of the savanna
tigers and cheetahs
forest ocelots
the desert caracel
and a black panther stalking its prey. Learn about domestic breeds
from Persian longhairs to streetwise tabbies and discover some useful tips on how to look after them at home.Packed with fascinating facts
Cat is a unique and compelling introduction to the lives of this family of graceful animals.