The beloved New York Times bestsellers that inspired the popular BBC series—from a Yorkshire veterinarian and a “wise and wonderful writer” (The Boston Globe). Perhaps better than any other writer, James Herriot reveals the ties that bind us to the natural world. Collected here are three of his masterpieces—All Creatures Great and Small, All Things Bright and Beautiful, and All Things Wise and … and Beautiful, and All Things Wise and Wonderful—which have been winning over animal lovers everywhere for almost fifty years. From his night visits to drafty barns during freezing northern England winters, to the beautiful vitality of rural life in the summertime, to the colorful menagerie of animals—and their owners—that pass through his office, Herriot vividly evokes the daily challenges and joys that come with being a veterinarian.
Witty and heartwarming, this collection of whimsical, dramatic, and touching anecdotes reveals the ties that bind us to the animals in our lives. This edition features a new introduction from the author’s son and bonus archival photos.
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One of my all time favorites. I have re-read it several times and always enjoy it.
Vet medicine used to be part half experience and half old medicinal concoctions that were worthless. However, James Herriot became partner to an established veternarian and brought the latest updates in technique and tools to this rural town in the UK. Positive, heartwarming, well written and best of all – from his own experience.
I loved his books. I’ve read all of them they are entertaining and funny Everyone that enjoys true stories should read them
Read and re-read the books in this series. I loved them all.
Charming, exciting, thought-provoking…. wonderful people… Herriot is a favorite!
Thoroughly enjoyed all of Herriot’s stories!
James Herriot is one of my Favorite Authors, I have read all his books, They are based on his true life events as a Veterinarian. His Love and Humor and Devotion to his work and the Animals he has treated and worked with is truly a great read! If I could give a Thousand Stars I would 🙂
What I like is that each chapter is an individual story.
If you like laughing your butt off, the these book are for you. Page turner of happiness.
One of my all time favorite authors
If you love animals and want to know what it was like to be a country vet “back in the day”, Herriot’s stories are the best.
I enjoyed every book in the series. They are sometimes joyous or sad. It is very moving and heart felt. They are wonderful books about the animals, the people in the towns and the relationship between the three vets, James, Siegfried, and Tristan.
I read all of these as a grade schooler. So much to love about them…
James Herriot has been my favorite since I was a teenager- now I’m sixty and I still love his stories, which I have read many times and also watched them when they were on PBS! Each chapter is mini story, which makes them extra nice for bedtime reading. They are wholesome, heartwarming – extra nice for stressful times in my life. Even though I …
James Herriot’s books are wonderful reading. I loved every minute of his books and I urge anyone who loves animals and even those who don’t to read these books. They open up the world of veterinary medicine on farms as well as in offices. Loved these books.
James Herriot would be one person I would have liked to have had as a good friend. His books are witty, funny, and informative. I’ve learned a lot about animals and people. His humility is endearing, he’s so likeable. His love of rural England comes through in his stories. I highly recommend his books.
I read these books years ago as a teenager. I loved them then and I still love them now that I’m re-reading them in e-book form.
The James Herriot Classics are wonderful books for all ages. I loved them.
Stories are for all animal lovers everywhere. You feel like you are part the story. Adorable characters; easy to fall in love with the country vet, his practice and clients. A fan for life.
I read these books when I lived in Yorkshire England. Love James Harriot!
Great read for anyone who loves animals and the English country side