One of the most successful animal photographers in the world today, Rachael McKenna (nee Hale) turns her lens toward France her newly adopted home and the charismatic cats that inhabit this picturesque backdrop. The result is The French Cat, a stunning exploration of the country and its felines. Remarkable French landscapes, both urban and rural, are populated with cats brimming with personality whether languidly strolling in a quaint village or regally perched on the doorstep of an elegant chateau. Rachael also tells the story of her new life in France with her husband and new baby in tow. This heartwarming narrative along with engaging quotes from famous French cat lovers and literary greats accompanies the images, making the eclectic and lushly illustrated record of Rachael s journey an all-around delight for Francophiles and cat lovers alike. Praise for The French Cat A gorgeous love letter to her adopted country . . . these are evocative, beautifully composed landscapes and interiors that just happen to feature the small, inquisitive face of un petit chat.Publishers Weekly
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Stewart, Tabori & Chang Inc
ISBN-10
1584799501
ISBN-13
9781584799504
eBay Product ID (ePID)
189776660
Product Key Features
Author
Rachael Hale
Format
Sewn,PAPER over Boards,With Dust Jacket, Hardcover
Language
English
Subject
Photography
Additional Product Features
Place of Publication
NY
Content Note
Colour Illustrations
Author Biography
Rachael McKenna (nee Hale) is a photographer and bestselling author whose books including 101 Cataclysms: For the Love of Cats and Smitten: A Kitten s Guide to Happiness have sold more than 2.8 million copies. Originally from New Zealand, Rachael now lives in France with her husband, Andrew, and their daughter, Charlize.