Our Children’s Book of the Month for August 2024 is the Lonely Planet Atlas of Cats by Frances Evans, illustrated by Kelsey Heaton.
Embark on a purr-fectly delightful journey with this fully illustrated guide that’s packed with fun facts about cats from around the world. Large continent maps show the origin of over 100 weird and wonderful breeds like the Sokoke from Africa – the rarest variety of domestic cat in the world – plus discover ancient cats, wild cats, record- breaking cats, and their super senses.
Meet the fascinating cats that stroll alongside us including the cuddly Cornish rex, the hairless sphynx, and the showstopping Persian. Then explore the world of their wilder cousins, from bobcats and pumas, to leopards, lions and tigers. With bright and cheery cat diagrams including the ultimate ‘Atlas of a Cat’, readers will be introduced to the biology of our feline friends from their differing ear shapes to their beautiful fur patterns.
Inside Atlas of Cats:
∙ Over 100 awesome breeds and crossbreeds
∙ Large maps of each continent that show where each cat breed originates from
∙ Atlas of a cat’s body and their super senses
∙ Fun-packed profiles detailing country of origin, size, coat and personality traits
∙ Themed fun features that cover kittens; cats in ancient Egypt; cat body language; cats’ natural instincts; cat myths, legends and superstitions
