Kimberlie Hamilton – författare

A cat's-eye view of history! Discover secrets, stories and facts about history’smost fascinating felines! Young historians may never lookat the past - or cats! - in quite the same way again.Cats have prowled Earth for millennia, yet the historyof the world has always been told through the eyes of humans.But now it's time to - finally! - set the record straight and uncoverthe key role that cats have played in shaping the course ofhistory.Did you know that ancient Egyptians loved cats so much that theyhad special laws to protect them? Or that Isaac Newton's cat helpedhim develop the theory of gravity? How about that Féliette,a French street cat, was the first cat to go into space in1963? A History of the World (According to Cats!) introducesus to fur-raising facts and adventures from around the worldand across the centuries. Discover unknown stories aboutreal-life felines, including WWII heroes, courageousadventurers and even an astrocat that travelled in space (and madeit back to Earth to tell the tale), this book places catsas the heroes of their own stories.Full of real-life stories, with all the boring stuff left out,this book takes a look at the world's history through felineeyes.     Packed full of cat-centric info from around the world and throughouthistory, this book takes a new look at history - this timefrom the view of cats!Inspiring real-life stories, this is the perfect gift for catlovers, young and old.Includes profiles of over 30 real-life felines Includes WWIIheroes, courageous adventurers and even an astrocat that travelledin space (and made it back to Earth to tell the tale)

A heartwarming collection of 16 true stories about remarkable animals who showed the world the power of peace.From Aloka the dog who walked 2,300 miles across the USA, to Smudge the cat who bravely stood up to bullies, these inspiring tales celebrate kindness, courage and connection through the lives of extraordinary cats and dogs. Each story shares a gentle message about peace, showing children how small acts can make a big difference.Perfect for children aged 5 and up, this uplifting book is ideal for reading aloud, quiet independent reading or sharing at bedtime or in the classroom. Every short, true story stands alone, making it easy to dip in and out. With adorable black and white illustrations, these inspiring furry friends are brought to life for young readers.Alongside each tale are simple, bite-sized takeaways inspired by a peaceful message, helping young readers reflect on what they can learn from their furry friends.This gorgeous collection celebrates peace, hope and kindness with a truly uplifting message for the youngest readers. The perfect story collection to be enjoyed together over and over again.

Discover Scotland’s real-life Animal Superstars! Read about 25 braw birds and beasties and find out how these incredible creatures made their mark on Scottish history. Meet these animal heroes through their inspiring true-life tales: Towser: the tortoiseshell cat that holds the Guinness World Record for catching the most mice ever;Socks: the moonwalking Shetland pony and media sensation; Winkie: a pigeon honoured for bravery during WW2; Kylie: a bilingual dolphin that taught herself to ‘speak’ porpoise and many more! Filled with fun facts and amazing adventures, Scotland’s Animal Superstars is ideal for curious minds and animal lovers everywhere!  A portion of the royalties from the sale of this book will be donated to the Scottish SPCA.