The British Museum Book of Cats

Children's Books

Juliet Clutton-Brock

Animals

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<p>Sometimes a friendly fireside companion, more often elusive and independent, the cat possesses an enigmatic appeal and unfathomable mystery, which have inspired writers poets, artists and craftsmen alike from the illuminations of the Lindisfarne Gospels to Rudyard Kipling. The illustrations in this survey of the development of the cat and its special relationship with people over 7,000 years are drawn mainly from the collections of the British and Natural History Museums, both rich in cat imagery from many cultures and civilizations. This book looks at the different roles cats have played in human life and also describes the various modern pedigree breeds - from short-haired tabby to long-haired Persian - which have evolved from the original wild cat.</p>

British Museum Book of Cats

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Pets & Animal Care

British Museum Press

Authoritative text, crystal-clear photography and a systematic approach make the "Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Mammals" the most comprehensive pocket guide to the mammals of the world. Packed with more than 1,000 full-colour photographs of over 450 species, this handbook paints a vivid portrait of all the major orders of land-dwelling and aquatic mammals, from the armoured shrew to the blue whale. Each species profile in the book combines a precise, jargon-free description with annotated full-colour photographs to highlight the key features of the species. Colour-coded bands contain the internationally accepted scientific name, along with essential information in diet, behaviour, social unit and conservation status. Each entry is accompanied by a clear map showing geographical distribution. Expertly written, for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this guide also includes a comprehensive introductory section that explains classification, evolution, anatomy and reproduction, and discusses conservation issues and the threats facing mammals in the modern world. In addition, a concise glossary defines any technical or scientific terms used in the book.

Mammals (Dorling Kindersley Handbooks)

Science & Math

Biological Sciences

Dk Pub (T)

Horse

This is a resource for readers who want to learn all about horses, from grooming tips to their role in human civilization. Discover facts such as the difference between an English and a Western saddle and how to clean a horseshoe.

Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd.

Horse (Eyewitness Books)

Dorling, Kindersley

Dogs

Horse (Eyewitness)

Biographies & Memoirs

Arts & Literature

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