Cat Catalog: The Ultimate Cat Book

by Judy Fireman

Brings together articles on the cat in history, legend, and literature, major breeds recognized by the Cat Fanciers' Association, and the care, health problems, behavior, training, and showing of cats.

Genres: Cats, Nonfiction

352 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1976

Reviews

[Cricket Muse · Rating 4 out of 5]

An ultimate cat book for serious cat lovers. Articles range from the fascinating history of cats from their Egyptian place of reverence to their despised status found in the Middle Ages (and beyond) to their present ranking of adored pet. Also contains an odd assortment of essays and articles plus a bounty of veterinary information. Not so much as entertaining as it is informative.

[Laurie · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Cat Catalog” is an overview of fall aspects of cat owning: history, legends, cats in art and literature, breeds, shows, reproduction, health, feeding, play, and products made for cats. That last bit is quite out of date, of course- these days, instead of just a few kitty boutiques, there are hundreds of Etsy sellers devoted to cat ‘stuff’! But most of the rest is still just as pertinent today as in 1982 (other than the part on feline leukemia- there is a vaccine now). Cat anatomy has not changed. There are several entries that are fairly unique to a cat book: cats in art, words and phrases inspired by cats, cats and writers, a very sad tale of losing a cat, cats as familiars, cat poems and fables, and the like. Those were the entries that really entertained me, having not found them in other books. But the best bit, to me? The first two pages of the book, before even the title page; it’s a diptych of funny cats by Edward Gorey.

[Tricia · Rating 4 out of 5]

i used to have this book when i was a kid and just purchased it again. too bad the original front cover isn't shown in this picture...

[Mrs.Lady · Rating 4 out of 5]

Your synopsis? Say what? This is a really cool book, a collection of stories and factoids about cats not dumplings!