The Gayer-Anderson Cat has been one of the most admired objects at the
British Museum since its arrival in 1947. This book presents a detailed
description of the cat and a discussion of its possible meaning and role
in ancient times. Surprising new finds from scientific analyses are
presented for the first time, shedding light on the cats somewhat
traumatic modern history, from its acquisition by the British Army major
and avid antiquities collector John Gayer-Anderson to its donation to
the British Museum. The fascinating narrative is complemented by
outstanding new photography.