| The Gayer-Anderson Cat Contributor(s): Spencer, Neal (Author) |
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ISBN: 0714119733 ISBN-13: 9780714119731 Publisher: British Museum Press OUR PRICE: $11.88 Product Type: Paperback Published: December 2007 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Archaeology |
| Dewey: 732.807 |
| Series: British Museum Objects in Focus |
| Physical Information: 0.21" H x 5.71" W x 8.25" (0.34 lbs) 64 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The Gayer-Anderson Cat has been one of the most admired objects at the British Museum since its arrival in 1947. This book presents a detailed description of the cat and a discussion of its possible meaning and role in ancient times. Surprising new finds from scientific analyses are presented for the first time, shedding light on the cats somewhat traumatic modern history, from its acquisition by the British Army major and avid antiquities collector John Gayer-Anderson to its donation to the British Museum. The fascinating narrative is complemented by outstanding new photography. |