The inner life of cats : the science and secrets of our mysterious feline companions / Thomas McNamee.
Material type: TextPublisher: New York : Hachette Books, 2017Edition: First editionDescription: 278 pages : illustrations ; 24 cmContent type:- text
- unmediated
- volume
- 9780316262873
- 0316262870
Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Adult Book | Northport Library | NonFiction | 636.8 M169 | Available | 33111007790716 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Our feline companions are much-loved but often mysterious. In The Inner Life of Cats , Thomas McNamee blends scientific reportage with engaging, illustrative anecdotes about his own beloved cat, Augusta, to explore and illuminate the secrets and enigmas of her kind.
As it begins, The Inner Life of Cats follows the development of the young Augusta while simultaneously explaining the basics of a kitten's physiological and psychological development. As the narrative progresses, McNamee also charts cats' evolution, explores a feral cat colony in Rome, tells the story of Augusta's life and adventures, and consults with behavioral experts, animal activists, and researchers, who will help readers more fully understand cats.
McNamee shows that with deeper knowledge of cats' developmental phases and individual idiosyncrasies, we can do a better job of guiding cats' maturation and improving the quality of their lives. Readers' relationships with their feline friends will be happier and more harmonious because of this book.
"Our feline companions are much-loved but often mysterious. In The Inner Life of Cats, Thomas McNamee blends scientific reportage with engaging, illustrative anecdotes about his own beloved cat, Augusta, to explore and illuminate the secrets and enigmas of her kind"-- Publisher's website.
The kitten -- Becoming a cat -- Thinking? Talking? -- The wild animal in your house -- The wild animal at large -- A good life -- Illness, aging, and death -- Love.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 247-267) and index.