100 Cats Who Changed Civilization: History's Most Influential Felines (Hardcover)

by Sam Stall (Author) "Felines are famous for their skill at eradicating mice, rats, and birds..." (more)
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Product Description
Every generation brings a few elite cats who rise above their species. Cats who make a difference. Cats who inspire us with their bravery. Cats who broaden the world's understanding of science, history, art, and religion. These are the subjects of 100 Cats Who Changed Civilization, and this book documents the extraordinary true tales of their contributions. Readers will learn of:
Tibbles, the cat who single-handedly wiped out an entire species
Felix, the first cat to explore outer space.
Snowball, the cat who helped to convict dozens of murderers
Ahmedabad, a Siamese kitten who sparked riots through Pakistan

and many more. Packaged in a classy hardcover with black-and-white illustrations, 100 Cats Who Changed Civilization is the biography these fine felines deserve. It's essential reading for pet lovers and history buffs of all ages.

About the Author
Sam Stall is the coauthor of The Cat Owner's Manual (Quirk, 2004). He lives in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 176 pages
• Publisher: Quirk Books (May 17, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1594741638
• ISBN-13: 978-1594741630
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #299,956 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wildly Entertaining!, June 8, 2007

By	S. Greer "Shauna" (Orlando, Florida) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

As a cat lover and history buff, Sam Stall's book is wildly entertaining. It's amazing to think that a cat can have so much of an impact. Mine mostly just eat, sleep and give me dirty looks! So, you can imagine my surprise to learn of the huge accomplishments the cats described in the book had on history. I was laughing hysterically all night, much to the confoundment of my husband. You will truly enjoy this book and you might even learn something about those frisky felines we call our friends!

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Who knew??, July 23, 2007

By	S. E. Griffith "cat woman" (Central Florida) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book kept me in stitches! I was really surprised to find that one cat is credited for destroying a whole species. It puts them right up there with man himself. On the other hand, I hope to see a sequel soon to include Hemingway's cats and maybe even a couple of my cats. No? Oh, well... If you're my friend, expect to get your own copy for Christmas!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful, informative entertainment, May 24, 2008

By	Judith A. Sanders - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: 100 Cats Who Changed Civilization: History's Most Influential Felines (Hardcover)

I love this little book. You learn real historical facts about all kinds of kitty cats. Very informative and fun, I'm giving it to my sister as a birthday present. Anyone who loves cats would love this book!