This collection of comics and infographics interprets feline behaviors as calculated attempts at assassination. Matthew Inman presents a series of visual guides that reframe common habits, such as kneading or bringing dead animals to the porch, as tactical maneuvers and battlefield reconnaissance. The book features recurring characters like The Oatmeal’s resident cats and the Oatmeal himself, alongside specific instructional segments like "How to tell if your cat is a transition metal." It catalogs various warning signs, including excessive staring, hiding in dark corners, and the "paws of doom," to build a comedic case that domestic pets are cold-blooded killers.
Cat owners and fans of dry, observational internet humor read this for a satirical take on the frustrations of pet ownership. The book appeals to anyone who has felt judged or intimidated by their cat’s erratic moods and unexplained hostility. Readers walk away with a cynical vocabulary for describing their pet’s quirks and several posters’ worth of absurd trivia. It provides a brief, visual escape that turns the mundane reality of cleaning litter boxes into a high-stakes game of survival.
Practical, outward-looking, growth-minded and clear-cut; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Practical Optimizer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2012
- Language
- EN
