"Discusses the appearance, origin, and temperament of more than forty cat breeds grouped into categories established by the Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe): Persians and exotic shorthairs, semi-longhair cats, short-haired cats and Somali, the Oriental family, and breeds recognized by the World Cat Federation (WCF). Includes a chapter on cat care"-- Provided by publisher.

Pedigree cats -- Cat breeds -- Persian and exotic shorthair -- Semilonghair breeds -- Shorthaired breeds and Somali -- Oriental breeds -- Breeds recognized by the World Cat Federation -- Living with a pedigreed cat.