The Cat in Magic and Myth
Author | : M. Oldfield Howey |
Publisher | : Courier Corporation |
Total Pages | : 278 |
Release | : 2003-01-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 0486431142 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780486431147 |
Rating | : 4/5 (42 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Cat in Magic and Myth written by M. Oldfield Howey and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The cat has symbolized a host of concepts: good and evil, light and darkness, religion and black magic. This intriguing book traces the history of these fascinating creatures — from vampire and clairvoyant cats to cats in heraldry, as sacrificial objects, and idols of secret sects. Includes 50 black-and-white illustrations.