The Hermitage Cats
Author | : Nikolaĭ Golʹ |
Publisher | : Unicorn |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2015 |
ISBN-10 | : 1910065668 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781910065662 |
Rating | : 4/5 (68 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: In ancient Egypt, cats were sacred animals, with the goddess Bastet often depicted in cat form, sometimes taking on the war-like aspect of a lioness. The Romans are often credited with introducing the domestic cat from Egypt to Europe. Several ancient religions believed cats are exalted souls, companions or guides for humans, that are all-knowing but mute so they cannot influence decisions made by humans. In Japan, the maneki neko cat is a symbol of good fortune. Their hidden talents and capabilities are spoken of in the secret language of symbols and allegories. It is aimed at everyone who has a soft spot for our four-legged friends and is inclined to think of the cat as much more than just a "domestic animal."