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Cats; Their Points And Characteristics, With Curiosities Of Cat Life, And A Chapter On Feline Ailments

Cats; Their Points And Characteristics, With Curiosities Of Cat Life, And A Chapter On Feline Ailments

W. Gordon Stables / WGordon Stables

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Alpha Editions
Año de edición:
2021
Materia
Historia
ISBN:
9789354849251
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A charming doorway to a bygone age, and a treasure for modern shelves alike.This elegant volume gathers W. Gordon Stables’s curious portrait of felines-from their quirks and cat behaviour insights to the wider world of natural history of cats that Victorian Britain lived by. More than a light stroll through curiosities of cat life, it offers a clear, affectionate guide to cat characteristics, with a thoughtful chapter on feline ailments that reads as both practical and engaging. For cat owner readers and home library enthusiasts, the book becomes a friendly companion, inviting you to see cats through a lens of warmth, wit and careful observation.Stables’s work sits at the crossroads of victorian animal lore and nineteenth century england culture, delivering windows into victorian britain context that enrich any classic literature collection. It is not merely a reproduction, but a restored artefact that honours the period while speaking to today’s readers with fresh clarity. Its illustrated cat edition widens appeal, offering beauty and context in equal measure.Selling points: out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions; restored for today’s and future generations; more than a reprint - a collector’s item and a cultural treasure. Whether you seek a delightful read, a reference on feline life, or a refined addition to a classic animal lore shelf, this book promises lasting delight and discovery.

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