This special re-print edition of the First Edition of W. Gordon Stables' book "Cats: Their Points and Characteristics" has not been available to fans of domestic cats since it first appeared on the scene back in 1876. Mr. Stables' famous work on cats and breeding them is a must have for every cat fancier, especially those interested in breeding purebred cats. Also included is a section on the Curiosities of Cat Life and a chapter on Feline Ailments. One of the most comprehensive books available on the Domestic Cat. Note: This public domain edition is a perfect facsimile of the original edition and is not set in a modern typeface. As a result, some type characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections or minor shadows in the page background. This edition is reprinted in accordance to Federal Law.