All Creatures Great and Small (All Creatures Great and Small))

All Creatures Great and Small (All Creatures Great and Small))
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January 01, 1972
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0312965788
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Take an unforgettable journey through the English countryside and into the homes of its inhabitants-- four-legged and otherwise-- with the world's best-loved animal doctor.

For over 25 years-- since All Creatures Great and Small was first published-- readers have delighted to the storytelling genius of James Herriot, the Yorkshire veterinarian whose fascinating vignettes brim with the wonder of life, animal and human.

Whether struggling mightily to position a calf for birthing, or comforting a lonely old man whose beloved dog and only companion has died, Herriot's heartwarming and often hilarious stories of his first years as a country vet perfectly depict the wonderful relationship between man and animal-- and they intimately portray a man whose humor, compassion , and love of life are truly inspiring.

Take an unforgettable journey through the English countryside and into the homes of its inhabitants-- four-legged and otherwise-- with the world's best-loved animal doctor.

For over 25 years-- since All Creatures Great and Small was first published-- readers have delighted to the storytelling genius of James Herriot, the Yorkshire veterinarian whose fascinating vignettes brim with the wonder of life, animal and human.

Whether struggling mightily to position a calf for birthing, or comforting a lonely old man whose beloved dog and only companion has died, Herriot's heartwarming and often hilarious stories of his first years as a country vet perfectly depict the wonderful relationship between man and animal-- and they intimately portray a man whose humor, compassion , and love of life are truly inspiring.

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A boring old clasic? I think NOT!!
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Reader reviewed by Rathoren

I always thought that this book *and series* would be completly boring but I couldnt seem to put it down once I finally started!! my math teacher and english teacher had to threaten me to make me stop reading during class :3 If anyone has watched the tv series *BBC* and enjoyed them or has only heard of the book or tv show then I highly recomend this book!!! Its got everything ,laughter,tears,love,adventure, and lots of intresting facts!! great for an animal lover!!
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"All Creatures Great and Small" by James Herriot is a moving and timeless book for anyone that reads it. Herriot writes about his life as a Veternarian in England. The reader sees his life through his eyes, from working amost 24-7 to falling in love. This book will show you the one mans love of all things living.
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"All Creatures Great and Small" begins a series of books by Jim Herriot about his adventures and misadventures as a young vet in the English countryside during the 1930's. His story begins when he is hired by the eccentric Sigfried Farnon, and learns what it's like to handle the sometimes laconic, demanding, and/ or backwards farmers in the area. The stories are mostly humorous, as are Jim's attempts to woo a local girl named Helen.

These are great books for any animal lover, or anyone just looking for a nice read. The four books that follow cover Jim's service during WWII and his marriage, but the main focus is always the animals.
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