The Lion in the Living Room: How House Cats Tamed Us and Took Over the World - by Abigail Tucker

In The Lion in the Living Room: How House Cats Tamed Us, Abigail Tucker explores the domestication and impact of house cats on human society. She traces the history of the cat-human relationship, from ancient Egypt to contemporary times, highlighting how cats evolved from wild predators to cherished companions. Tucker examines how cats have influenced human behavior, culture, and even health. Through engaging anecdotes and scientific research, she reveals the surprising ways cats have shaped our homes, behaviors, and the broader ecological environment, even as they maintain their independent, elusive nature.