The Maine Coon Cat

by Liza Gardner Walsh

The Maine Coon is arguably the most popular breed of cat in the United States, and it is certainly the largest, with some males weighing nearly 20 pounds. This book provides an informative and fun look at America’s favorite feline, exploring the history and origins of the breed, traits and characteristics, interviews with breeders and owners, and some practical how-to advice. Filled with color photographs and sidebars of pertinent information, this is the perfect book for cat lovers.

Genres: Animals, Nonfiction

96 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2013

Reviews

[Ellen Campbell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book which I won on Librarything giveaways and was flooded with memories of the Maine Coon Cat I had about 20 years ago, surely the smartest and most beautiful cat I have ever owned. The pictures are stunning, showing a variety of the gorgeous cats, along with wonderful short stories about many of these cats. The author also includes a lot of information about this particular breed; its characteristics, temperament, size, and basically everything a Maine Coon Cat owner or potential owner could want to know. Thanks you so much to the author for sending me this terrific book. I appreciate it and loved the book.

[Stephen Rose · Rating 4 out of 5]

My daughter asked for a Maine Coon picture book after meeting one in real life. I picked this book from its high Amazon ratings. However, it’s much more than a simple picture book. There are lots of professional and high quality pictures, but there are also old vintage pictures as the author gives an extended history of this breed. In addition to the history, are recounts of mythology and even health information for the breed.

⚠️ Parental Warning ⚠️

A lot of research went into the book, and it’s presented very well. Though, a couple things to consider before you purchase is that evolution is mentioned throughout as we learn about the breed’s unique features and history.
Among the interviews with Maine Coon enthusiasts and breeders, is about a page’s worth of text about a psychic and practitioner of Reiki, the healing practice of transferring of universal energy by laying hands on another person.

[Debra Carter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book on Maine Coon cats - a must have for my collection!

[Candy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wonderful Maine Coon facts, stories and pictures, with leads for finding your own wonderful kitty.