"Of Cats and Women" is a captivating anthology that highlights the unique relationship between women and cats in various cultural contexts. The stories range from a famous harpist in France who gives music lessons to her cats, to a Roman poetess who commissions the first cat portrait in art history. The impressive journey of a Swiss author who travels 3,500 kilometers from South India to Tibet with her cat is also vividly told. This collection not only offers insights into the protagonists' life worlds but also into the deep emotional bonds that exist between women and their feline companions. The narratives are both entertaining and thought-provoking, inviting readers to explore the diverse facets of this special relationship.