From the plains of Africa to her very own backyard, noted author and anthropologist Elizabeth Marshall Thomas explores the world of cats, both large and small in this classic bestseller. Inspired by her own felines instinct to hunt and supported by her studies abroad, Thomas examines the life actions, as well as the similarities and differences of these majestic creatures. Lions, tigers, pumas and housecats: Her observations shed light on their social lives, thought processes, eating habits, and communication techniques, and reveal how they survive and coexist with each other and with humans.
A bit choppy, but full of treasures
I had this book on my shelf for years before finally getting around to reading it, and now wish I'd done so sooner. The author is one of the tribe of true animal-lovers: people whose love and understanding of animals does not get in the way of their analytic abilites and scientific curiosity. As noted, the book does not particularly flow; some chapters are on the author's observations of house cats and others are on her own and others' studies of wild feline species of many kinds, with emphasis on cougars, tigers and lions. But even though I found some chapters a bit subjective, anecdotal, and tedious, I kept reading because there are some hugely rewarding insights in these pages. The author is an original thinker, a keen observer, and a passionate advocate for the well-being of cats large and small. I would rate this a must-read for anyone who loves and wants to better understand "the tribe of the tiger".
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