The Cat in the Mysteries of Magic and Religion by W. Oldfied Howey
Publication: 1956 Castle Books: First American Edition
Here is the first American edition of one of the most sought-after books on Cats and the Occult. Out of print for many years, ‘The Cat in Magic and Religion’, the acknowledged classic in this field, presents a wealth of unusual material on the esoteric aspects of the cat and its role in the history of mankind.
Broad in scope and rich in information, this outstanding source serves as a reference work for students of the occult, religion, and mythology. It is indispensable for writers, historians, anthropologists, research workers, and of course, cat enthusiasts.
With 51 illustrations and 31 captivating chapters, the book covers a wide range of topics. These include the cat in Chaldean and Egyptian magic, Freya and her cats in Norse mythology, cats and telepathy, secret sects and cats, the cat in heraldry, the cat as a phallic symbol, the symbolism of cat and mouse, Manx legends, Christ and the Virgin in relation to the cat, and the nomenclature of the cat in all cultures and times.
Condition: publishers cloth boards, gilt title to spine, ffep with crease mark, dust jacket with tears and chipping along top edge, book is clean and tightly bound in Very Good condition