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The Feline Mystique: On the Mysterious Connection Between Women and Cats

by Clea Simon

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ISBN13: 9780312268817
ISBN10: 0312268815
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What is it with women and cats? The Feline Mystique is the first serious examination of the intense relationship between woman and their cats and of the repercussions that bond can have on others. Richly researched and searchingly personal, The Feline Mystique uses history, science, art, and literature as touchpoints to explain and explore contemporary women's lives with their cats.

From a glamorous tiger trainer to a feral-cat rescuer, from a show breeder to Simon and her own relationship with the gray longhair Cyrus, this book will introduce you to women both ferocious and nurturing and animals both whimsical and noble. It's a fresh, fascinating exploration of the timeless bond between women and cats, and will deepen your understanding of your relationship with your own feline-be he or she tiger or tabby.

A cat person's answer to Pack of Two and The Secret Life of Dogs, The Feline Mystique is an eye-opening and soul-soothing book for all cat lovers.

Review:

"Journalist and memoir author Simon perceptively examines the close relationship between women and cats... Simon deftly mixes personal anecdotes and interviews with references to mythology and popular culture....Wide-ranging and perfectly pitched: both sensitive and sensible." Kirkus Reviews

Synopsis:

A sophisticated and often moving exploration of the bond between women and their cats, from the award-winning author of "Mad House." Simon examines the mythology of cats and women, studies some of the more famous examples of women and their cats, and interviews women ranging from a young professional to a lion tamer.

About the Author

Clea Simon is a Boston-based writer and journalist, who contributes regularly to the Boston Globe, the New York Times, Ms., and a variety of other publications. She is the author of Mad House: Growing Up in the Shadow of Mentally Ill Siblings and Fatherless Women: How We Change After We Lose Our Dads

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ISBN:
9780312268817
Subtitle:
On the Mysterious Connection Between Women and Cats
Author:
Simon, Clea
Publisher:
St. Martin's Press
Location:
New York
Subject:
Women's Studies
Subject:
Cats - General
Subject:
Cats
Subject:
Behavior
Subject:
Women and animals
Subject:
Women's Studies - General
Subject:
Women and cats
Edition Number:
1st ed.
Edition Description:
Includes bibliographical references.
Series Volume:
set 3.
Publication Date:
20020822
Binding:
HC
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
256
Dimensions:
8.55x5.73x.92 in. .90 lbs.

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