Famous Cat Lovers Through the Centuries

This is quick, yet interesting and informative. Sadly, this book is also proof that the ignorance of religious zealots from around the 5th to 12th centuries AD contributed to a hatred and fear of cats. As many fundamentalists I’ve known believe, these ignoramuses felt that cats were evil animals with no soul and therefore didn’t deserve humane treatment. Oh, the irony of that belief. If only earlier Christians weren’t so ignorant, many things in history could’ve played out differently.... There were some already known famous cat lovers here, like Hemingway and TS Eliot, but a few others were a surprise to me. Add to the love of cats the eccentricities of some famous authors and artists and you’ll find many references to homages paid to cats within these pages. This book made for a nice break for some of the lighter, fluffier reads in life.

"Famous Cat Lovers Through the Centuries" is a very short, but fun and interesting read. The writing felt a little bit clipped at times, and I would have welcomed a warmer feel to the book. There was a lot here I didn't know - Marie Antoinette's story was particularly fascinating. A worthwhile addition to any cat lover's bookshelf.

My thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley. This review was written voluntarily and is entirely my own, unbiased, opinion.

I've chosen this book because I'm a cat lover. I loved the cover, and I was hoping there would be more pictures of the cats inside.
It's listed chronologically, some names were a surprise for me and I loved those short stories about cats and their famous owners.
It's sad to think that in older years cats were considered as bewitched and dangerous creatures.

A short book that will entertain adults and children alike. Arranged chronologically, the author traces the history of the cat and it’s relationship with humans. Weaving throughout stories of historical figures and their cats. Throughout history, the cat has been both revered and despised. From Versailles to Antartica, from the White House to 10 Downing Street, cats have entertained, influenced, and comforted world figures. Abraham Lincoln, Winston Churchill, Mark Twain, Charles Dickens, even George and John from the Beatles! All had favorite felines. To have the affection of a cat is one of life’s great pleasures.
Thank you to netgalley and the publisher, it was a pleasure.

Princess Fuzzypants here: We know that cat lovers are superior humans. How could they not be? Close association with those of us of the feline purrsuasion means they are able to absorb our superiority almost by osmosis. Of course, those of us who own humans understand the time, effort and dedication it takes to train our minions properly. This book glorifies our endeavours over the course of history looking at some of our many admirers who, in their own right, have some claim to fame.

In an orderly manner, it starts at ancient times and takes us through to some modern acolytes. We have managed leaders in all fields. We have people who have run nations including Cleopatra, Marie Antoinette to Winston Churchill. Sadly Larry of Number 10 Downing Street is missing but he has run things through several Prime Ministers. But politicians and world leaders are not our only claim to fame. We have influenced the mighty in religion, music and literature. In fact, there is an abundance of authors who mewses were kitties. Some of the best descriptions of our feline-human relationship have come from their words.

It is a charming book that I enjoyed thoroughly. I can recommend it as a gift to a a cat lover or just a joyful romp through history for you as well. Five purrs and two paws up.

A quick chronological order of cats' place during history. It starts with the Egyptians as early as 450 BCE when they worshipped cats and continue with the cat owners in recent history. I learned a lot and enjoyed reading it.
I loved the charming stories about cat lovers through history. That was interesting to know that cats influenced painters, musicians, writers, and politicians. I already knew some famous people but, Abraham Lincoln and Winston Churchill surprised me. Also, I start to know a few authors and painters that I didn't hear of them before.
Unfortunately, There was sad proof about people's ignorance and the religious fanatic. I'm so sorry to know that the worst time for cats, was the 5th to 12th centuries in Europe. Also, there were very heartbreaking stories that made me so sad.
I believe the best part was about the Prophet Mohammad and his favorite cat, Muezza. I was so surprised that I didn't hear of the famous story before, that He cut off the sleeve and did not disturb the cat for the call to prayer.
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for giving me the chance to read Famous Cat Lovers Through the Centuries by Christina Hamilton in exchange for an honest review.

I love cats and i love reading any book about cats which is why i wanted to read this one. - a lot i didn't know and def one for cat lovers to have on the shelf