The Cat by Muriel Beadle Hardcover Book | Illustrated Cat History Biology and Behavior

Here’s one for every true cat person. If you’ve ever looked at your cat and wondered what makes them tick, this book has the answers. The Cat: History, Biology, and Behavior by Muriel Beadle is a fascinating look into how our feline friends came to be who they are — clever, curious, and completely their own. Originally published in 1977, this 1992 Dorset Press edition keeps all the wonderful detail of the first. Beadle, a science writer married to Nobel Prize–winning geneticist George Beadle, put her years of research and observation into plain, understandable language. It covers everything from the cat’s origins and anatomy to its odd little habits, with gentle humor and plenty of practical knowledge. The drawings by E. John Pfiffner are charming and classic — part science, part heart. A lovely book for anyone who enjoys vintage science writing or just loves learning about cats beyond the surface. It would make a thoughtful gift or a handsome addition to a cozy reading shelf.

Details:
Title: The Cat: History, Biology, and Behavior
Author: Muriel Beadle
Illustrator: E. John Pfiffner
Publisher: Dorset Press, New York
Copyright: 1977 by Muriel Beadle; this edition 1992
Hardcover with dust jacket

Condition: Excellent
This hardcover is in excellent condition with its dust jacket intact. The pages are clean and bright, the spine is tight, and the cover colors are still vivid.

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