The Nine Emotional Lives of Cats : A Journey Into the Feline Heart артикул 336b.
The Nine Emotional Lives of Cats : A Journey Into the Feline Heart артикул 336b.

Amazon comNon-cat people frequently describe cats as selfish, unfriendly, and frustratingly independent, while a true cat lover can see these same traits and wax poetic The Nine Emotional Lives of Cats is truly an ode to the wonderful and mysterious behavior of our furry friends--even when the behavior at hand is narcissism or jealousy Author огиэу Jeffery Moussaieff Masson (Dogs Never Lie About Love) explores the lives of his five cats as they relate to his family, each other, and the world around them, filled as it is with such interesting creatures as butterflies, automobiles, and visiting humans Each chapter is devoted to a study of a particular emotion, ranging from love to playfulness to anger While there are interesting tidbits of animal science, such as "cats look away or blink when feeling friendly," the majority of the book revolves around the author's observations of his own pets When he suggests answers for mysterious behavior like the grooming that instantly turns into a bloodthirsty brawl, he is never absolute, but merely offers one among many possible explanations Kind and thoughtful, Masson's entertaining tales and wise musings will be appreciated by any cat fancier --Jill Lightner Book DescriptionDrawing from literature, history, animal behavioral research, and the wonderful true stories of cat experts and cat lovers around the world, Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson vividly explores the delights and mysteries of the feline heart But at the core of this remarkable book are Masson’s candid, often amusing observations of his own five cats Their mischievous behavior, aloofness, and affection provide a way to examine emotions from contentment to jealousy, from anger to love The Nine Emotional Lives of Catswill captivate readers with its surprises, offering a new perspective on the deep connection shared by humans and their feline friends.  В книгу ЛСловина2004 г 288 стр ISBN 0345448839.