Cat TalesThe first book to explore from an archaeological perspective the incredible and improbable history of our relationship with cats, from fearsome foe to purring pet. Feared, revered and respected, cats have left an indelible pawprint on the histories and civilisations of humankind. In Britain, a third of all households have a cat. As of 2021, some 45 million American households owned one or more cats, making them one of the most popular pets in the