Author : Juliet Clutton-Brock
Publisher :
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 30,72 MB
Release : 2014-06-16
Category :
ISBN : 9781627659727
From domestic cats to the wild beasts, readers learn why cats need whiskers, how they purr, how the Manx cat lost its tail, and why a tiger is striped, along with discovering how cats communicate, how cats find their way home, why they are said to have nine lives, and more. Full color.
Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 15,10 MB
Release : 2014-07-01
Category : Pets
ISBN : 1465434437
DK's new cat book, The Cat Encyclopedia, includes an introduction to feline anatomy, expert advice on kitten and cat care, and a celebration of cats in art and culture. Stunning photos of cat breeds from around the world form the core of the book, with information on the characteristics, origins, and behavior of each cat, as well as famous patrons of the breed. The Cat Encyclopedia is a celebration of all things feline, with a fully illustrated catalog of cat breeds including those recognized by TICA, CFA, GCCF and FIFe. The Cat Encyclopedia contains everything you need to know about cats in one easy-reference volume.
Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 20,96 MB
Release : 2020-01-14
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0744020344
Find out about more than 70 cat breeds, including their origins and characteristics, in this pocket-sized encyclopedia. This cat-alogue packs a whole lot of information into your pocket! Along with a photo of each breed, discover the facts and stats of each cat, including its size, where the breed originated, colors and markings, and unusual features or behaviors. You'll soon be able to tell apart a Burmese from a Siamese; a rex from a sphynx and a manx; and an American shorthair from a British shorthair. You will also discover a lot about colors and patterns. Did you know that tabby cats and tortoiseshells are not breeds, but colors within breeds? Plus there are pages introducing cat anatomy and behavior; and the book finishes with fun facts. The style of the Pocket Eyewitness series is perfect for all children, from reluctant readers who can easily digest the key points through to budding vets and cat-lovers who want to know more about the best pets on the planet. Cats with facts: what more could anyone want?
Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 28,71 MB
Release : 2018-06-12
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1465479457
Everything a child wants to know about cats and kittens, from breeds, features, pet care, and grooming, to discovering how their cats communicate with us and one another. This book is for anyone who loves cats and kittens, whether they're cat owners or want-to-be owners. Learn what cats are showing by their body language, know where they wander off to outside, and what they are trying to say to you. Discover the secrets of the playful and curious characters of these amazing pets in this fun, lively book. Packed with wonderful pictures and adorable cat facts, Cats and Kittens takes you into their fascinating world. Find out about the individual features of different breeds and how to take the best care of them, and be amazed by their intelligence and agile antics.
Author : David Alderton
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 28,23 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Nature
ISBN :
Smithsonian Handbooks are the most visually appealing guides on the natural world in the book marketplace. Featuring more than 500 full-color illustrations and photographs, along with detailed annotations, Smithsonian Handbooks make identification easy and accurate.
Author : Bruce Fogle
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 39,90 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780756619480
This reference book begins with a fascinating history of the evolution of cats from their wild origins to their multiple incarnations as human companions and their appearance in culture and religion through the ages. It continues with individual accounts of breeds from Siamese to Sphinx and finishes with the acquisition and care of cats- their behaviours and basic psychology, training, grooming and basic first aid.
Author : Steve Parker
Publisher :
Page : 71 pages
File Size : 41,75 MB
Release : 2003-04-03
Category : Mammals
ISBN : 9780751364767
Be an eyewitness to the lives of your remarkable relatives, the mammals - from hedgehogs and bats to elephants and bushbabies. See how newborn mice develop Discover why a wallaby has a pouch Find out how to recognise mammal footprints
Author : Juliet Clutton-Brock
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 24,26 MB
Release : 2001-10
Category :
ISBN : 9781590545805
Author : DK
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 16,92 MB
Release : 2020-09-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0744024161
Take a first look at the curious world of cats in this beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture book for babies and toddlers. Part of DK's illustrated animal alphabet series, C is for Cat is the third picture book installment, a perfect first gift for babies and toddlers. The friendly, read-aloud text and delightful illustrations by Marc Pattenden will have young animal-lovers smiling in no time as they learn fun words about cats that all begin with the letter "c". Have fun with your little one by pointing to the colorful illustrations that tell the story of these purr-fect creatures. Learn how cats love to climb and explore, where they curl up for a catnap, and just how cute they are. Filled with simple, playful facts, C is for Cat provides lots to talk about and lots to look at for curious, animal loving babies and toddlers everywhere.
Author : Alexandra Parsons
Publisher : Knopf Books for Young Readers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,92 MB
Release : 1990
Category : Felidae
ISBN : 9780679806905
"Features unusual members of the cat world, including the Turkish swimming cat, Scottish wildcat, and ocelot, and describes important characteristics of the whole group."--Title page verso.
