The Well-Read Cat
Will be published approx. on 10. June 2019
Book
Hardback
212 pages
978-88-89854-56-3 (ISBN)
Description
From medieval manuscript to Japanese prints, from Steinlen's splendid drawings to 17th century prints, the author introduces the reader to the hundreds of books and manuscripts (belonging to the Bibliotheque Nationale de France in Paris) in which the lovely feline is represented. The cat has been the main character of many tales, but also the inhabitant of the most diverse books: from natural histories to household manuals, from medieval prayer books to famous writers' manuscripts. A wonderful selection for all who love cats and books!
Contents: Preface by Pierre Rosenberg Chapter I, A History of the Cat Chapter II, Tales of Cats Chapter III, What a Lovely Cat! Chapter IV, Cats and the Feminine Chapter V, The Cat as a Muse
Contents: Preface by Pierre Rosenberg Chapter I, A History of the Cat Chapter II, Tales of Cats Chapter III, What a Lovely Cat! Chapter IV, Cats and the Feminine Chapter V, The Cat as a Muse
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Language
English
Place of publication
Milan
Italy
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Paper over boards
Illustrations
20 Illustrations, black and white; 135 Illustrations, color
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 167 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
701 gr
ISBN-13
978-88-89854-56-3 (9788889854563)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Michele Sacquin is a librarian at the Bibliotheque Nationale de France. Pierre Rosenberg, former president-director of the Musee du Louvre, is a member of the Academie Francaise and one of the world's most respected art historians.
Content
Preface by Pierre Rosenberg Chapter I, A History of the Cat Chapter II, Tales of Cats Chapter III, What a Lovely Cat! Chapter IV, Cats and the Feminine Chapter V, The Cat as a Muse