The Cat's Meow: How Cats Evolved from the Savanna to Your Sofa

Summary

In "The Cat's Meow: How Cats Evolved from the Savanna to Your Sofa," Jonathan Losos invites readers on a captivating journey tracing the path of domestic cats—from their wild ancestors roaming the golden savannas to the fluffy companions curled up on our sofas. With the finesse of a researcher and a subtle sense of humor, the author unveils the secrets of feline evolution, their remarkable adaptability to diverse environments, and their ability to win human hearts. Losos weaves together scientific discoveries, behavioral observations, and cultural insights to show how cats, while retaining the spirit of a predator, have become an inseparable part of human life. The book is filled with vivid examples, surprising facts, and profound reflections on what it means to be a cat in the modern world, and why their independence and mystery continue to enchant us through the ages.