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The Quintessential Cat Book
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Intimate and thought-provoking photos
Cairo Cats educates in an entertaining
An excellent book for schools! "Cairo Cats is a great supplemental item to use with Middle East studies or as an 'anticipation set' to inspire the students." Karen, teacher in Arizona "Simple prose makes Cairo Cats great for children - or adults with little time to read!" Dan, New York |
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was written by Annemarie Schimmel, (1922-2003) a revered and prolific scholar of Islam who taught at the Universities of London, Ankara, Bonn and Harvard. Dedicating her life to encourage a better understanding of the Islamic world, she lectured in more than six languages and published 80 books as well as providing a loving home for her feline friends. |
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Here's what
publications say about Cairo Cats: "Lorraine Chittock's photographs could convert the most hardhearted cat hater... "
"A delightful gift
book of photographs remarkable for their spontaneity and for Chittock's
often whimsical sensitivities to body language."
"Lovers of ancient Egypt and cats will delight in the images of modern cats amongst the ancient ruins. As a gift for friends or relatives who dote on cats, it is ideal. "
"The photos illustrate that while Cairo street cats often lead hard lives and die young, they are at home in their native habitat and see themselves as rulers of their domain."
"Cat lovers and dancers will want Cairo Cats... Poems, sayings and excerpts from Arabic writers such as Naguib Mahfouz enhance this beautiful book."
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Another book about the unique
animal-human bond by Lorraine.
