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From the lens of world-renowned photographer Tim Flach comes a stunning new photographic collection dedicated to one of humanity's most fascinating companions: the cat.
For thousands of years, felines have captivated us with their beauty, intelligence, and fiercely independent spirit. In Feline, Flach explores this deep, enduring bond through more than 180 remarkable photographs that celebrate domestic cats and their wild counterparts.
A Gallery of Feline Excellence
Feline is more than just a collection of pictures; it's a visual journey through the world of cats. The book documents impressive show champions and internet icons alongside lesser-known pedigrees like the werewolf-like Lykoi and the humble, beloved moggie. Flach’s artistry captures the unique personality, character, and spirit of each feline subject in a way never seen before. It’s an intimate portrait of a creature we think we know so well.
A Gallery of Feline Excellence
Feline is more than just a collection of pictures; it's a visual journey through the world of cats. The book documents impressive show champions and internet icons alongside lesser-known pedigrees like the werewolf-like Lykoi and the humble, beloved moggie. Flach’s artistry captures the unique personality, character, and spirit of each feline subject in a way never seen before. It’s an intimate portrait of a creature we think we know so well.
The Science and History of Our Bond
What makes a cat so captivating? Tim Flach’s work is supplemented by scientific insights that help us understand our connection to felines. Evolutionary biologist Jonathan B. Losos unpacks the cat's remarkable journey, from its wild origins and its role as a sacred symbol in ancient civilisations to its viral superstardom online today.
Meanwhile, neuroscientist Morten L. Kringelbach delves into the science of cuteness and explains why felines hold such power over us. These contributions weave together science, history, and human connection, offering a richer context for Flach’s breathtaking images.
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| Turkish Angora Cat - © Tim Flach |
Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Access
Adding a modern twist to the experience, Feline includes QR codes that offer exclusive behind-the-scenes footage. Readers can get extraordinary insights into Flach’s creative process, seeing how he captures these amazing images.
Published by Thames & Hudson Australia, this hardcover book is a testament to the power of photography and our timeless fascination with cats.
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| Meadow Sphynx Unity - © Tim Flach |
Book Details:
- Format: Hardcover, 300 pages
- Language: English
- Publisher: Thames & Hudson Australia
- Publication date: 30 September 2025
- RRP: $100.00
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Tim Flach is a world-renowned photographer known for his stylised portraits of animals. Driven by a passion for storytelling, his work bridges art and science, offering a deeper connection to the natural world. He has received numerous accolades, including an honorary fellowship from the Royal Photographic Society, an honorary doctorate from the University of the Arts London, and is a Senior Research Fellow (Artist in Residence) at the Centre for Eudaimonia and Human Flourishing at Linacre College, University of Oxford. His photographs are showcased in books, museums, and galleries worldwide. Feline is his eighth book.
Jonathan B. Losos is an author and evolutionary biologist renowned for his experimental research demonstrating that evolution can be studied as it happens. A Harvard alumnus, he has a wealth of work focussed on reptiles and has since shifted his scientific gaze to felines. He is the author of three books, including The Cat’s Meow: How Cats Evolved from the Savanna to Your Sofa, and has been elected to the National Academy of Sciences, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and the American Philosophical Society. He has received numerous awards including the Edward Osborne Wilson Naturalist Award, the Theodosius Dobzhansky Prize, and the Sewell Wright Award.
Professor Morten L. Kringelbach is the founding director of the Centre for Eudaimonia and Human Flourishing at Linacre College, University of Oxford, UK. He is also co-founder and Principal Investigator at the Center for Music in the Brain, University of Aarhus, Denmark. His prizewinning research has helped elucidate the brain systems driven by hedonic and eudaimonic stimuli such as infants, food, psychedelics, and music. He has published fourteen books and over 450 scientific papers, chapters, and other articles. His research features regularly in newspapers, magazines, radio, and television.
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