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100 Cats Who Changed Civilization

Author : Sam Stall
Publisher : Quirk Books
ISBN 13 : 1594745889
Total Pages : 182 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (947 download)

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Download or read book 100 Cats Who Changed Civilization written by Sam Stall and published by Quirk Books. This book was released on 2011-12-06 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate gift for cat lovers everywhere—100 illustrated and unbelievably true tales of the remarkable felines who made their mark on science, history, art, government, and religion. If you don’t believe that one cat has the power to alter civilization, then you’ve obviously never heard of Tibbles, the cat who single-handedly wiped out an entire species. Or Ahmedabad, a Siamese kitten who sparked riots throughout Pakistan. Or Snowball, the cat who helped to convict dozens of murderers and criminals. Or Felix, the first cat to explore outer space. These are just 4 of the 100 Cats Who Changed Civilization, and this book honors their extra-ordinary contributions to science, history, art, government, religion, and more. Here, you’ll also meet cats who… • filed a lawsuit • were slapped with a restraining order • inspired great works of literature and classical music • telephoned the police to save the life of their owner These beautifully illustrated true stories are a tribute to the intelligence, bravery, and loving nature of cats all over the world.

A Cat's Tale

Author : Baba the Cat
Publisher : Macmillan + ORM
ISBN 13 : 1250217717
Total Pages : 204 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (52 download)

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Download or read book A Cat's Tale written by Baba the Cat and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2020-11-10 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "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.

A Cat Named Darwin

Author : William Jordan
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN 13 : 9780618382286
Total Pages : 210 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (822 download)

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Download or read book A Cat Named Darwin written by William Jordan and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2003-11-12 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author describes his detachment from animals before meeting a cat whose failing health and winning personality shifted his scientific perspectives and brought about his understanding of the evolutionary significance of kinship.

Cat Castles

Author : Carin Oliver
Publisher : Quirk Books
ISBN 13 : 1594749426
Total Pages : 97 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (947 download)

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Download or read book Cat Castles written by Carin Oliver and published by Quirk Books. This book was released on 2016-12-06 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Build your cat “paw-some” homemade habitats with easy instructions and common materials. Shoeboxes and paper bags are fine for other cats. But your favorite felines deserve luxurious living spaces! This DIY construction guide includes fun and easy instructions for making cardboard trains, ships, food trucks, rockets, and other hideouts. Also included are tips for climbing towers and scratching pads that they can use to stay sharp. All twenty projects are quick to assemble and require inexpensive and easy-to-find materials. You can customize them to match your cat’s wildest desires!

The Good, the Bad, and the Furry

Author : Sam Stall
Publisher : Quirk Books
ISBN 13 : 1594749078
Total Pages : 214 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (947 download)

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Download or read book The Good, the Bad, and the Furry written by Sam Stall and published by Quirk Books. This book was released on 2015-11-03 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Honest and illustrated profiles of over of 100 dog breeds—for the aspiring pet owner looking to find their ‘furever’ furry friend With The Good, the Bad, and the Furry, author Sam Stall has consulted with dozens of breed rescue groups to learn the best—and worst—traits of more than 100 different dogs, from Affenpinschers and Afghans to Whippets and Yorkshire Terriers. These illustrated profiles offer honest, warts-and-all assessments of the world’s most popular breeds—and show which ones are right for you. • Like to watch TV? The Brussels Griffon is a perfect companion for a couch potato’s lifestyle. • Love to garden? So does the Bernese Mountain Dog, so be careful. Anyone considering this breed should expect a backyard full of holes. • Have a house full of kids? The trusty Irish Setter will be their best friend. • Live in a big-city high-rise? Pass on the Jack Russell Terrier—these dogs have tremendous energy and need plenty of open space to burn it off. With more than 100 illustrations and a handy at-a-glance icon reference system, The Good, the Bad, and the Furry has everything you need to find the right dog for you!

Wedding Dogs

Author : Katie Preston Toepfer
Publisher : Quirk Books
ISBN 13 : 1594746680
Total Pages : 146 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (947 download)

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Download or read book Wedding Dogs written by Katie Preston Toepfer and published by Quirk Books. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wedding Dogs captures man’s best friend at 75 weddings—dogs as the best man, maid of honor, ring bearer, or another member of the wedding party! Decked out in little doggy tuxedos or sporting a wreath of roses around their necks, these pooches share in the wedding couple’s big day. Each photograph is accompanied by a brief essay telling the dog’s (and the couple’s) story. A perfect wedding, bridal shower, or groom’s gift, Wedding Dogs shares the joy of the moment when dogs join in the celebration of their owners’ most special day.

100 Dogs Who Changed Civilization

Author : Sam Stall
Publisher : Quirk Books
ISBN 13 : 1594745870
Total Pages : 181 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (947 download)

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Download or read book 100 Dogs Who Changed Civilization written by Sam Stall and published by Quirk Books. This book was released on 2011-12-06 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 100 Dogs Who Made a Difference If you don’t believe that one dog has the power to alter civilization, then you’ve obviously never heard of Peritas (p. 166), the dog who saved Alexander the Great from being trampled by an elephant. Or Biche (p. 57), the Italian Greyhound who started a war between France and Russia. Or Urian (p. 74), the dog who bit Pope Clement VII and finalized England’s break with the Catholic church. Or Peps and Fips (p. 96), the dogs who helped Richard Wagner compose his operas. These are just five of the 100 Dogs Who Changed Civilization, and this book honors their extraordinary contributions to science, history, art, government, religion, and more. You’ll meet a dog who ran for president of France (p. 79) and a dog who saved a movie studio (p. 115). You’ll meet dogs who have inspired great works of literature (p. 92) and who were awarded medals for their wartime service (p. 158). You’ll even meet a dog who became a real-estate mogul (p. 141). These beautifully illustrated true stories are a tribute to the intelligence, bravery, and loving nature of dogs all over the world.

Our Homesick Songs

Author : Emma Hooper
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0735232725
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (352 download)

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Download or read book Our Homesick Songs written by Emma Hooper and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-08-07 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: LONGLISTED FOR THE SCOTIABANK GILLER PRIZE From Emma Hooper, acclaimed author of Etta and Otto and Russell and James, a People magazine “Pick of the Week,” comes a “haunting fable about the transformative power of hope” (Booklist, starred review) in a charming and mystical story of a family on the edge of extinction. Newfoundland, 1992. When all the fish vanish from the waters and the cod industry abruptly collapses, it's not long before the people begin to disappear from the town of Big Running as well. As residents are forced to leave the island in search of work, ten-year-old Finn Connor suddenly finds himself living in a ghost town. There's no school, no friends, and whole rows of houses stand abandoned. And then Finn's parents announce that they too must separate if their family is to survive. But Finn still has his sister, Cora, with whom he counts the dwindling boats on the coast at night, and Mrs. Callaghan, who teaches him the strange and ancient melodies of their native Ireland. That is until his sister disappears, and Finn must find a way of calling home the family and the life he has lost.

The Cat and the Human Imagination

Author : Katharine M. Rogers
Publisher : University of Michigan Press
ISBN 13 : 9780472087501
Total Pages : 236 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (875 download)

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Download or read book The Cat and the Human Imagination written by Katharine M. Rogers and published by University of Michigan Press. This book was released on 2001-03-28 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An intelligent, amusing, and affectionate look at cats in history, literature, and art

The Cat Owner's Manual

Author : Dr. David Brunner
Publisher : Quirk Books
ISBN 13 : 9781931686877
Total Pages : 228 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (868 download)

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Download or read book The Cat Owner's Manual written by Dr. David Brunner and published by Quirk Books. This book was released on 2004-08-01 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At last—a beginner’s guide to feline technology! The cat parent’s guide to common kitty quirks and what they really mean—featuring useful diagrams and hilarious insights! Scratch marks on your furniture. Dead mice on your doorstep. Stray hairs all over your clothes. It’s enough to make you cry out, “Why doesn’t my cat have an owner’s manual?” And now—finally!—she does. Through step-by-step instructions and helpful schematic diagrams, The Cat Owner’s Manual explores hundreds of frequently asked questions: • Which breeds interface best with dogs? • How can I maintain a quality exterior finish? • And why does my model always drink from the bathtub? Whatever your concerns, you’ll find the answers here—courtesy of celebrated veterinarian Dr. David Brunner and acclaimed author Sam Stall. Together, they provide plenty of useful advice for both new and experienced cat owners.

Classical Cats

Author : Donald W. Engels
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134692862
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (346 download)

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Download or read book Classical Cats written by Donald W. Engels and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-10-03 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the definitive book on classical cats. The cat has played a significant role in history from the earliest times. Well known is its role in the religion and art of ancient Egypt, no less than its association with witchcraft in the Middle Ages. But when did the cat become a domestic companion and worker as well? There has been much debate about the position of the cat in ancient Greece and Rome. Artistic representations are sometimes ambiguous, and its role as a mouse-catcher seems often to have been carried out by weasels. Yet other evidence clearly suggests that the cat was as important to Greeks and Romans as it is to many modern people. This book is the first comprehensive survey of the evidence for cats in Greece and Rome, and of their functions and representations in art. Donald Engels draws on authors from Aesop to Aristotle; on vase-painting, inscriptions and the plastic arts; and on a thorough knowledge of zoology of the cat. He also sets the ancient evidence in the wider context of the Egyptian period that preceded it, as well as the views of the Church fathers who ushered antiquity into the Middle Ages.

The Dog Owner's Maintenance Log: A Record of Your Canine's Performance

Author : David Brunner
Publisher : Quirk Books
ISBN 13 : 9781594740466
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (44 download)

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Download or read book The Dog Owner's Maintenance Log: A Record of Your Canine's Performance written by David Brunner and published by Quirk Books. This book was released on 2005-06 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Lion in the Living Room

Author : Abigail Tucker
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1476738238
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (767 download)

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Download or read book The Lion in the Living Room written by Abigail Tucker and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-10-18 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cats are incredible creatures: they can eat practically anything and live almost anywhere. Tracing their rise from prehistory to the modern cat craze, Abigail Tucker presents an adventure through history, natural science, and pop culture. With keen reporting and lively wit, Tucker investigates the way house cats have used their relationship with humans to become one of the most powerful animals on the planet--

Sophie's World

Author : Jostein Gaarder
Publisher : Farrar, Straus and Giroux
ISBN 13 : 1466804270
Total Pages : 735 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (668 download)

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Download or read book Sophie's World written by Jostein Gaarder and published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. This book was released on 2007-03-20 with total page 735 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A page-turning novel that is also an exploration of the great philosophical concepts of Western thought, Jostein Gaarder's Sophie's World has fired the imagination of readers all over the world, with more than twenty million copies in print. One day fourteen-year-old Sophie Amundsen comes home from school to find in her mailbox two notes, with one question on each: "Who are you?" and "Where does the world come from?" From that irresistible beginning, Sophie becomes obsessed with questions that take her far beyond what she knows of her Norwegian village. Through those letters, she enrolls in a kind of correspondence course, covering Socrates to Sartre, with a mysterious philosopher, while receiving letters addressed to another girl. Who is Hilde? And why does her mail keep turning up? To unravel this riddle, Sophie must use the philosophy she is learning—but the truth turns out to be far more complicated than she could have imagined.

Know Your Cat

Author : Bruce Fogle
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780863186448
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (864 download)

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Download or read book Know Your Cat written by Bruce Fogle and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book investigates the world of the cat, allowing every cat lover or owner to experience and enjoy the complexity of this creature that shares so much of our everyday lives. The book examines cat behaviour and shows the motivation behind the actions, affection and eccentricities of cats. Based on the fact that learning to understand cat behaviour is a recipe for fulfilment in the cat-owner relationship, this book uses photography to capture the various moods of this animal. Bruce Fogle is the author of The Cat's Mind.

Tray Chic

Author : Sam Stall
Publisher : Clerisy Press
ISBN 13 : 9781578601363
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (13 download)

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Download or read book Tray Chic written by Sam Stall and published by Clerisy Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sam Stall lovingly tells the stories of Indiana's cafeteria culture, its culinary and cultural history, dotes on beloved house specialties, like fried chicken, cream pies and other delectable Hoosier comfort food, and collects photos and memorabilia that recall a time gone by. It's time to eat!

Dancing with Jesus

Author : Sam Stall
Publisher : Running Press Adult
ISBN 13 : 9780762444144
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (441 download)

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Download or read book Dancing with Jesus written by Sam Stall and published by Running Press Adult. This book was released on 2012-10-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you cursed with two left feet? Are your dance moves unrighteous? Do you refrain from getting down lest others judge you cruelly? Fear not. Salvation is at hand. Singing hymns of praise is standard practice-now it's time to set your feet a-tapping with a collection of original dance moves inspired by Jesus and the likes of Moses and John the Baptist. Dances include: the Water Walk, the Temptation Tango, the Judas Hustle, and The Apostolic Conga. Each dance move is outlined with: how to, inspiration, and an illustration. Slyly irreverent but ultimately festive, Dancing with Jesus is illustrated in full color. Best of all, two of the dances are animated for full effect by a lenticular cover and last-spread finale, making this a truly one-of-a-kind novelty item! As the Bible says in Ecclesiastes, there is, "A time to weep, a time to laugh, a time to mourn, a time to dance."