# Catology: The Weird and Wonderful Science of Cats - Hardcover

by **Stefan Gates** (Author)

_Catology_ explores the bizarre and very funny world of feline science.

Vital questions answered include:

\- Why do cats have a secret second nose?  
\- Why don't cats fart (but dogs do)?  
\- Do cats feel guilt, love, happiness or jealousy?  
\- Why are cats' tongues covered in microscopic hooks?  
\- Do cats always land on their feet?  
\- Why are cats so scared of cucumbers?  
\- Why do cats purr both when happy and when distressed?  
\- How do you interpret cat language?

Packed with fascinating facts, quirky scientific revelations and weird stories about our furry friends, _Catology_ offers a secret glimpse inside the feline body and mind.

### Author Biography

Stefan Gates is a dog lover, TV presenter, renowned science communicator and author of _Fartology_ as well as eight other books. He specializes in explaining weird and wonderful science with wit and clarity. He has presented over 20 television series and appeared on hundreds of others, and his acclaimed Gastronaut shows are performed at high-profile science events across the world. His dog Blue loves chasing balls even more than he loves licking his unmentionables, and only very occasionally does a poo in the spare room.

**Number of Pages:** 160

**Dimensions:** 0.8 x 7.4 x 5.4 IN

**Publication Date:** December 14, 2021

## Details

- **Price:** 20.99 USD
- **Vendor:** Books by splitShops
- **Type:** Books
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