The Cat in Ancient Egypt
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True aristocrat of domestic animals, the cat has a distinguished ancestry. Most modern cats are thought to be descended from the cats of ancient Egypt, so these creatures represent a living link betweeen ancient Egyptian civilization and our own. Drawing on a vast range of sources, this text examines the significance of cats in Egyptian religion and art.
Author: Jaromir Malek
Format: Paperback, 144 pages, 189mm x 246mm, 460 g
Published: 1997, British Museum Press, United Kingdom
Genre: Pets & Equine
True aristocrat of domestic animals, the cat has a distinguished ancestry. Most modern cats are thought to be descended from the cats of ancient Egypt, so these creatures represent a living link betweeen ancient Egyptian civilization and our own. Drawing on a vast range of sources, this text examines the significance of cats in Egyptian religion and art.