The Cats Of Australia: From Shipmates To Soulmates - A Complicated History Of Moggies Down Under, By Australia's Only Cat Historian

The Cats Of Australia: From Shipmates To Soulmates by Australia’s only cat historian is a witty, wide-ranging slice of Australian history told through our complicated bond with felines. Part social history, part cultural study, it’s irresistible reading for anyone who’s ever shared a home (or a doorstep) with a cat.

From the First Fleet onwards, cats turn up everywhere: on farms and in shearing sheds, aboard naval and merchant ships, in hospitals, train stations and corner shops. Along the way, they’re companions, workers and mascots—showing up in wartime stories, everyday rituals and the art and writing that cats seem to invite.

But this isn’t only a celebration. The book also follows the ongoing debate about feral cats and native wildlife, tracing how cats became both cherished pets and ecological flashpoints.

Perfect for cat lovers, Australian non-fiction readers, and anyone curious about animals in history—add it to your stack and discover a fresh angle on life down under.