The sleek, spotted leopard may be the smallest of the big cats, but
its ferocity and solitary style makes lions and tigers seem puny in
comparison. Lacking the social mentality of other animals, the
leopard is stealthy and selfish, ambushing its prey and carrying it
high into a tree where it can dine alone. Humans call leopards the
"perfect predator." In "Leopard," renowned zoologist Desmond Morris
seeks to show all sides of the cat, delving into the fascinating
history of these incredible animals.
Morris examines the leopard's athletic elegance, predatory skill,
wary shyness, and cunning intelligence while also exploring the
animal's parental devotion, preference for solitude, and capacity
for revenge. In addition to tracing the evolution of leopards, he
considers how humans have related to the animal throughout history.
Leopards, he shows, have long featured in the art, mythology, and
folklore of ancient Greece, Persia, Rome, and even England, where
they have not lived for several millennia. But humans and leopards
do not always coexist peacefully; as Morris explains, leopards have
been known to attack humans when their food is scarce or they are
injured. He reveals how humans have exploited the cats, attempting
to train them for circus roles, and how today some people are now
making strides toward the leopard's conservation. He also describes
their rich symbolism, appearances in literature and film, and the
use of the leopard print in both haute couture and down-market
fashion.
Packed with compelling images of this amazing animal in action,
"Leopard" sheds new light on these gorgeous cats.
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