Download or read book The Feline Gaze written by Sophie Stern and published by Sophie Stern. This book was released on with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The rules are simple: 1) Don't get attached. 2) Don't fall in love. 3) One night only. No matter what. Cassidy Cambridge has made a name for herself by following these rules. She hasn't let herself get distracted by her growing desire for a mate. She hasn't allowed herself to fall for any man at all, but when she finds herself in need of a date for her cousin's wedding, every rule she's ever followed is about to go out the window. A dating mixer gone wrong leads to a chance encounter with someone who is entirely wrong for her, but Matthew isn’t a tiger like Cassidy. He’s a lion whose company could have an incredible impact on their shared community. Is Cassidy ready for that? Is he?

Download or read book Cat Culture written by Janet Alger and published by Temple University Press. This book was released on 2011-02-07 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Even people who live with cats and have good reason to know better insist that cats are aloof and uninterested in relating to humans. Janet and Steven Alger contend that the anti-social cat is a myth; cats form close bonds with humans and with each other. In the potentially chaotic environment of a shelter that houses dozens of uncaged cats, they reveal a sense of self and build a culture—a shared set of rules, roles, and expectations that organizes their world and assimilates newcomers.As volunteers in a local cat shelter for eleven years, the Algers came to realize that despite the frequency of new arrivals and adoptions, the social world of the shelter remained quite stable and pacific. They saw even feral cats adapt to interaction with humans and develop friendships with other cats. They saw established residents take roles as welcomers and rules enforcers. That is, they saw cats taking an active interest in maintaining a community in which they could live together and satisfy their individual needs. Cat Culture's intimate portrait of life in the shelter, its engaging stories, and its interpretations of behavior, will appeal to general readers as well as academics interested in human and animal interaction.

Download or read book Feline Cultures written by Éric Baratay and published by University of Georgia Press. This book was released on 2024-07-01 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using testimonies written between the middle of the eighteenth century and the beginning of the twenty-first, nourished by ethology and the human and social sciences, Feline Cultures extends the unique track of animal studies that Éric Baratay pursues from book to book. As with his Animal Biographies: Toward a History of Individuals, Baratay breaks the model of human exceptionalism to create innovative accounts of these animals’ lives in a way that challenges the reader’s thinking about animals. Baratay is not interested in seeing how humans think about or treat these animals. Instead, he chooses to observe the animal’s perspective to document how individual cats have carried out their lives. He writes from the point of view of these animals to understand what they felt and experienced and how they reacted. Whether they be street cats, farm cats, pet cats, companion cats, or "catdogs,” cats show a great plasticity of behavior. This book establishes that cats have their own cultures and adaptations and, therefore, their own history. Through tight portraits, the dynamic construction of what we can call cultures is revealed. Here we are far from the eternal portrait of the cat—independent, unpredictable, and mysterious—that has become commonplace. For each of the domestic cats whose existence can be reconstructed from his sources, Baratay pays attention to their perceptions of the world, their sensations and their emotions, their sensitivity and character, their bodily expressiveness, and their interactions with the environment, other animals, and humans. Ethology becomes, under the alert pen of Éric Baratay, an ethnology.

Download or read book The Ethics of Reading According to Emmanuel Levinas written by Roland A. Champagne and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2023-06-05 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reading a text is an ethical activity for Emmanuel Levinas. His moral philosophy considers written texts to be natural places to discover relations of responsibility in Western philosophical systems which are marked by extreme violence and totalizing hatred. While ethics is understood to mean a relationship with the other and reading is the appropriation of the other to the self, readings according to Levinas naturally entail relationships with the other. Levinas's own writings are often frought with the struggle between his own maleness, the concerns of feminism, and the Judaism that marks his contributions to the debates of the Talmud. This book uses male feminism as its perspective in presenting the applications of Levinas's ethical vision to texts whose readings have presented moral dilemmas for women readers. Levinas's philosophical theories can provide keys to unlock the difficulties of these texts whose readings will provide models of reading as ethical acts beginning with the ethical contract in Song of Songs where the assumption of a woman writer begins the elaboration of issues that sets a male reader as her other. From the reader's vantage point of seeing the self as other, other issues of male feminism become increasingly poignant, ranging from the solicitude of listening to Céline (Chapter 2), the responsibility for noise in Nizan (Chapter 3), the asymmetrical pattern of face-to-face relationships in Maupassant (Chapter 4), the sovereignty of laughter in Bataille and Zola (Chapter 5), the call of the other in Italo Svevo (Chapter 6), the Woman as Other in Breton (Chapter 7), the ethical self in Drieu la Rochelle (Chapter 8), the response to Hannah Arendt (Chapter 9), and the vulnerability of Bernard-Henri Lévy (Chapter 10). The male feminist reader is thus the incarnation of the struggle at the core of the issues outlined by Levinas for the act of reading as an ethical endeavor.

Download or read book Cat Call written by Kristen J. Sollée and published by Red Wheel. This book was released on 2019 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "An exploration of the untamed crossroads where 'the feline' and 'the feminine' mingle and make magic. From ancient Egypt to early modern Venice to Edo Japan, the witch trials to the Women's March, Catwoman to cat ladies, kitten play to cat conventions, this book tracks the cat's circuitous connection to women and femininity through a magical lens. By combining historical research, pop culture and art analyses, and original interviews, this book uncovers what the 'feral feminine' might mean to witches, sluts, feminists, artists, historians, philosophers, cat ladies, and cat lovers today"--

Download or read book Animal Life and the Moving Image written by Michael Lawrence and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2019-07-25 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the proto-cinematic sequencing of animal motion in the nineteenth century to the ubiquity of animal videos online, the histories of animal life and the moving image are enigmatically interlocked. Animal Life and the Moving Image is the first collection of essays to offer a sustained focus on the relations between screen cultures and non-human animals. The volume brings together some of the most important and influential writers working on the non-human animal's significance for cultures and theories of the moving image. It offers innovative analyses of the representation of animals across a wide range of documentary, fiction, mainstream and avant-garde practices, from early cinema to contemporary user-generated media. Individual chapters consider King Kong, The Birds, The Misfits, The Cove, Grizzly Man and Microcosmos, the work of Sergei Eisenstein, Robert Bresson, Malcolm Le Grice, Peter Greenaway, Carolee Schneemann and Isabella Rossellini, and YouTube stars Christian the lion and Maru the cat.

Download or read book Understanding i ek Understanding Modernism written by Jeffrey R. Di Leo and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2022-11-03 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Slavoj Žižek is one of today's leading theorists, whose polemical works span topics from German idealism to Lacanian psychoanalysis, from Shakespeare to Beckett, and from Hitchcock to Lynch. Critical through and through of both post-modern ideological complacencies-e.g., the death of the subject and the return to ethics-and pre-modern ones-e.g., the re-enchantment of the world, the embrace of postcritique-Žižek doubles down on the virtues of the modern, on what it means to be modern, and to ask modern questions (about the subject, nature, and political economy) in the age of the Anthropocene. This volume takes up the challenges laid out by Žižek's iconoclastic thinking and its reverberations in an array of fields: philosophy, psychoanalysis, political theory, literary studies, and film studies, among others. Žižek's multi-disciplinary appeal attests to the provocation, if not scandal, of his politically incorrect thought. Understanding Žižek, Understanding Modernism makes the force and inventiveness of Žižek's writings accessible to a wide range of students and scholars invested in the open question of modernism and its legacies.

Download or read book The Cat Whisperer s Secrets Decoding Feline Behavior for a Happier Home written by Shu Chen Hou and published by KOKOSHUNGSAN®. This book was released on with total page 45 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introducing "The Cat Whisperer's Secrets: Decoding Feline Behavior for a Happier Home" - Your Ultimate Guide to Understanding, Communicating, and Thriving with Your Feline Companions! Are you ready to unlock the secrets of cat behavior and create a harmonious home filled with love, understanding, and joy? Look no further! This groundbreaking eBook is your ticket to becoming a true cat whisperer, transforming your relationship with your feline companions forever. Inside these pages, you'll embark on a captivating journey into the fascinating world of cats. From unraveling their mysterious body language to decoding their unique vocalizations, you'll gain unprecedented insights into what makes your cat tick. Say goodbye to misunderstandings and hello to a profound understanding of your furry friends. But it doesn't stop there! "The Cat Whisperer's Secrets" goes beyond mere interpretation. You'll discover proven techniques for building trust, effective communication, and developing an unbreakable bond with your cat. Imagine the joy of sharing a deep connection and mutual respect with your feline companion, knowing exactly how to meet their every need. Tired of scratching your head over common cat behaviors like excessive meowing, scratching furniture, or aggressive tendencies? Fear not! This eBook provides you with practical strategies to address and overcome these challenges. With our expert guidance, you'll become an expert problem solver, transforming unwanted behaviors into harmonious interactions. We also understand the unique dynamics of multi-cat households. Whether you're introducing a new cat or managing existing hierarchies, our comprehensive insights and step-by-step approaches will help you foster a peaceful coexistence that will make every cat purr with contentment. But it doesn't end there! We dive deep into the realms of cat care and well-being, offering invaluable advice on nutrition, grooming routines, and the importance of regular veterinary care. With our guidance, you'll become a proactive advocate for your cat's optimal health, ensuring they live a long, happy, and fulfilling life by your side. "The Cat Whisperer's Secrets" is not just another eBook. It's a transformational experience that will empower you to navigate the intricate world of feline behavior with confidence and expertise. With its engaging writing style, relatable anecdotes, and practical tips, this eBook is an essential resource for cat lovers of all levels of experience. Don't miss out on this opportunity to become the ultimate cat whisperer and forge an unbreakable bond with your furry friends. Unlock the secrets of cat behavior, decode their language, and create a happier, more fulfilling home for both you and your feline companions. Are you ready to embark on this incredible journey? Get your paws on "The Cat Whisperer's Secrets: Decoding Feline Behavior for a Happier Home" today and revolutionize your relationship with your cats! Click the "Buy Now" button and let the transformation begin!

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Download or read book Fleurs du mal written by William J. Thompson and published by Vanderbilt University Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Surprisingly, there are few book-length studies available that approach the poems in Charles Baudelaireís collection on an individual basis. Understanding "Les Fleurs du Mal" fills this gap by providing students and serious readers with clear, scholarly "explications" to many of the most widely read of Baudelaire's poems.

Download or read book Gilded written by Kendall Grey and published by Howling Mad Press, LLC. This book was released on 2019-08-09 with total page 311 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Not all that glitters is gold Where better to learn that lesson than in the hallowed halls of the gilded Nine Realms Resort and Casino in Las Vegas? Odin, aka Alldickhead, has led me on a merry chase—if you consider foul-mouthed mobster hummingbirds, a bisexual millionaire cross-dresser, and heartbreak to be merry. To be fair, the millionaire is quite merry, but it’s hard to appreciate good drag when you’re about to die. When things can’t get worse, my Aunt Flo pays a visit. I suppose there’s a price for rocking this awesome body, and Ragnarok in my pants is the fee. (Mad respect to those who bleed for seven days and don’t die. Or kill anyone.) Odin remains one step ahead, lobbing unwanted surprises that could destroy the first real friendships I’ve had in centuries and torpedo my romance with the hot AF Gunnar Magnusson, not to mention, obliterate any chance of retrieving my runes. But yours truly isn’t giving up. In fact, I’m laying all my chips on the table. You can’t con a con man, my friends. As Asgard is about to be reminded, they don’t call Loki the trickster god for nothin’. Book 2 in the Asgard Awakening urban fantasy comedy series

Download or read book Of Starlight and Shadows written by Mary Ann Hinrichs and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2023-07-09 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Love is an illusion that gets people to do the impossible.” -Ro McBay Can.... -one half-blood princess without magic, -one fae princeling without scruples, -one human warrioress without compassion, and -one vampire lord without willpower team up to find an artifact that can save the human and fae realms from shadow demons and not destroy each other. In this enemies-to-lovers final installment of Roisin McBay’s journey into darkness, the half-blood princess of Spring must choose to either damn herself or damn the realms.

Download or read book Snips and Snails Cafe Book 1 3 Bundle written by Elizabeth Rain and published by Elizabeth Rain. This book was released on 2022-01-19 with total page 491 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: RISKY BISQUENESS Witches, Whiskers, and Wicked Lies: !!" Step into a world of Spells and Secrets where the truth is as elusive as the next magical dish. When she mysteriously inherits Snips and Snails, a small soup café in a quaint little town she's never heard of, Juli Mason discovers that her fresh start comes with a side of paranormal pandemonium. Her Uncle's mysterious death reveals a web of intrigue and clues that lead to a devious criminal mind who is watching her every move... MURDER ON THE OXTAIL EXPRESS When Mr. Fried and extra crispy shows up in a resident's bed at the scene of a local fire, and they flag her good friend Jacob for the crime, Juli decides to take the case. ...and then they realize the dead man, is the wrong guy. The real resident is missing...and the identity of the victim is a mystery...And someone is willing to do anything to make sure she doesn't solve it... CAULIFLOWER KALE CAPER There's a dead body in the pantry of Lovelace Resort. Is he the hapless victim of the fastidious chef because he didn't do the dishes? Or was his death the result of a million-dollar heist gone wrong? …If that's not complicated enough, Grams' sister Annabel is sending her distressing messages asking for help from beyond the grave…

Download or read book Touch Not the Cat written by Tracy Fobes and published by Tracy Fobes. This book was released on 2012-06-08 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An ancient curse that only love can conquer...Catherine MacClelland, as strong-minded as she is beautiful, is hiding a terrible secret. Predestined to carry on an ancient curse, Catherine knows she must live isolated from the world and resigns herself to a life devoted to her clan. But powerful forces are gathering around her, and she alone will have the chance to break the curse that has plagued the MacClelland clan for centuries.Nicholas Efington, the Dark Duke, has abandoned his wicked life in an attempt to heal the physical and emotional wounds he'd suffered in the past. Now he has only one task on his mind: find a wife and beget an heir. But when Catherine MacClelland's father blackmails him into marrying her, he's drawn into a dark mystery where ancient myths come alive, while finding a lass who brands his very soul with passion.As Nicolas and Catherine come closer to understanding the secret that could destroy them forever, betrayals and ominous forces threaten their only chance at happiness. Will they overcome the curse of the grimalkin or surrender to it as so many before them?

Download or read book The Good Cat Parent s Guide to Feline Behavior Modification written by Alana Linsay Stevenson and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2023-09-28 with total page 189 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cats are cuddly and adorable, but they are often misunderstood. Sadly, many cats are relinquished to shelters or rehomed due to normal behaviors that are incorrectly treated or mishandled. In this book, Elite Fear-Free and Low-Stress Handling Certified author Alana Linsay Stevenson empowers cat parents and teaches them how to address and modify challenging feline behavior. You will begin by learning basic kitten care and feline developmental stages; how cats differ behaviorally from group animals, such as dogs and people; feline body language; and how cats handle stress. Alana provides concise instruction on how to gently handle cats: how to pick up and carry them, acclimate them to carriers, the use of towels, alternatives to scruffing, and how our body language affects cats. Packed with photographs for visual reference, this book offers clear guidelines and easily implementable strategies for resolving feline behavioral problems, such as: failure to use the litter box play aggression petting aggression inter-cat aggression furniture scratching jumping on counters obsessing about food night wailing fear of people aggression to strangers The content is organized by topic for easy access to information, as you need it. The Good Cat Parent’s Guide to Feline Behavior Modification is for anyone who likes cats and wants to learn more about them. Whether you are a veterinary professional, a volunteer or shelter worker who regularly handles stressed cats, or a cat parent who simply wants to understand your cat, you will find helpful and useful information at your fingertips to give cats a better quality of life. No cat parent should be without this book!

Download or read book Cat People Human Cat Interrelatedness in the Cat Fancy written by Emily Stone and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2022-07-31 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the social world of the cat fancy, or the leisure activity of breeding and exhibiting pedigree cats. Based on multispecies ethnographic fieldwork and interviews in the United Kingdom, it explores the process and performance of exhibiting cats at shows, the breeding practices and discourses integral to the creation of pedigree breeds, and the relations that these practices generate between human guardians, the pedigree cat population, and non-pedigree cats. Through observation with cat fanciers and their interactions with their cats, the author investigates the social dynamics and relationships that form within the fancy, considering the interconnections between biopower and eugenics in pedigree breeding, the practices of pet keeping and the complexities of more-than-human care, and the implications of involvement for the cats themselves. As such, Cat People: Human–Cat Interrelatedness in the Cat Fancy will appeal to scholars from across the social sciences and humanities interested in human–animal interactions, multispecies leisure, anthrozoology, and more-than-human care.

Download or read book PandoraHearts Caucus Race Vol 2 light novel written by Shinobu Wakamiya and published by Yen Press LLC. This book was released on 2015-09-22 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gaze down into the sunny garden from the veranda. There, children run to and fro, full of life. Two cats chase after them. The sight calls to mind a single thought:They seem to be racing each other.A caucus race.A race with no end.If only this charming sight could continue on tomorrow and ever after... Drawn up from the world of PandoraHearts, these enchanting fairy tales illustrated by Jun Mochizuki throw open the doors of the four great dukedoms once more...