Description
This little book is about cats; cats of all shapes, sizes and colours, and specifically about those that have shared their lives with the great and well-respected astronomer, Sir Patrick Moore CBE FRS, over a lifetime of 80 years. This is Patrick's very personal account of the cats who have been part of his family, beginning with Bonnie, who died at the grand old age of twenty, through to Jeannie and Ptolemy, the two beloved felines that he lives with currently. The fascinating and engrossing text is complemented by personal photographs of Sir Patrick, his adored mother, Gertrude (also a cat-lover), and the many cats that have filled Patrick's life with love and companionship. Reveals a delightful and charming side to the man who has attained international status as a writer, researcher, radio commentator and television presenter, and who is credited with having done more than any other to raise the profile of astronomy.
About the Author
The UK's longest-serving media darling, host of The Sky at Night, which was launched in 1957 and has recently aired its 700th episode, the late Patrick Moore was an astronomer, former spy, and, best of all, a cat guy. A heart condition meant that Patrick was tutored at home, so had little contact with children of his own age. However, loneliness was not a problem for him: "My boyhood was unusual. I can't recall a single friend until I was 15. But I always had my cats." And so he did until his death in 2012. Ptolemy _ who was by his side when he died - lived with him in a house with a notice on the door that says: 'The house is maintained entirely for the convenience of our cat.' In fact, given a choice between people and cats, Patrick would always choose cats; hence the title of his book.
Reviews
This jolly book ... is rather fun and warm in its spirit. Pet Owners Association --- Reveals a delightful and charming side to the man who attained international status as a writer, researcher, radio commentator and television presenter, and who is credited with having done more than any other to raise the profile of astronomy. Tigger Club News
Book Information
ISBN 9781845844356
Author Patrick Moore
Format Paperback
Page Count 64
Imprint Hubble&Hattie
Publisher David & Charles
About the Author
The UK's longest-serving media darling, host of The Sky at Night, which was launched in 1957 and has recently aired its 700th episode, the late Patrick Moore was an astronomer, former spy, and, best of all, a cat guy. A heart condition meant that Patrick was tutored at home, so had little contact with children of his own age. However, loneliness was not a problem for him: "My boyhood was unusual. I can't recall a single friend until I was 15. But I always had my cats." And so he did until his death in 2012. Ptolemy _ who was by his side when he died - lived with him in a house with a notice on the door that says: 'The house is maintained entirely for the convenience of our cat.' In fact, given a choice between people and cats, Patrick would always choose cats; hence the title of his book.
Reviews
This jolly book ... is rather fun and warm in its spirit. Pet Owners Association --- Reveals a delightful and charming side to the man who attained international status as a writer, researcher, radio commentator and television presenter, and who is credited with having done more than any other to raise the profile of astronomy. Tigger Club News
Book Information
ISBN 9781845844356
Author Patrick Moore
Format Paperback
Page Count 64
Imprint Hubble&Hattie
Publisher David & Charles
