Lucky Cat Hardback
by Mio Yamada
Hardback
Description
Its waving paw has a cult fanbase, but the lucky cat is more than just a cute ornament.
The iconic creature is a symbol of good fortune and used as a powerful lucky charm in shops and homes across Japan, China and beyond. The lucky cat (or maneki neko in Japanese) has a long history dating back to the 18th century that’s packed with fascinating folklore, serious symbolism and countless contemporary cat spin-offs.
Its paw, bib, coin, collar and colours all have meaning. Did you know a red cat will bring you luck in love, while a gold cat is all about wealth? Or that a left-pawed cat is used by businesses to attract customers, while a cat with a beckoning right paw is found in homes as talisman?Dive into this adorable book to find out all you need to know about the beautiful lucky cat.
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- Format:Hardback
- Pages:64 pages
- Publisher:Quadrille Publishing Ltd
- Publication Date:08/02/2018
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- ISBN:9781787131743
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Out of Stock - We are unable to provide an estimated availability date for this product
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:64 pages
- Publisher:Quadrille Publishing Ltd
- Publication Date:08/02/2018
- Category:
- ISBN:9781787131743