All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot
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Book Reviews of All Creatures Great and Small
Book Review: My favorite book.
Summary: 5 Stars
I felt compelled to submit this on the birthday of James Herriot.
"All Creatures Great and Small" is a heartwarming collection of tales told well of a veterinarian as his travels takes him over the lush wind-swept fells of Yorkshire. Never have I longed to return to a place I have never been. I feel his adoration of a timeless land, the endlessly toiling farmers, and the mischievous brothers he works alongside.
This book is an excellent choice to present to someone if you wish them to enjoy reading. The elation, the euphoria, and the occasional tale of woe is nothing but an affirmation the very essence of life.
No spring is complete until I crack open its pages and revel in the gypsy pony, Helen Alderson, Tristan's pigs, and Clancy, the "womiting" dog.
If I could only have a dozen books in my library, James Herriott's works would occupy most of it.
Book Review: My Favorite Book of All Time
Summary: 5 Stars
I consider the characters in James Herriot's book to be among my best friends. They have always had the ability to make me laugh or cry as I read about their exploits. James Herriot wrote about his life in a way that should be a model for all of us as we live our lives. His stories show a deep respect for all living things and a love for nature. He was a keen observer of human relationships and an admirer of the essential traits that make us all tick. Besides being all of these things, he was a masterful writer. Each of his anecdotes ends with a satisfying clincher and his descriptions are rich enough that you can smell the Yorkshire pudding and feel the blistering wind. He created in me such of love of that environment, that I went to "Darrowby" on my honemoon just to retrace his steps. Do yourself a favor and read this book!Book Review: Still a crowd pleasure, and a best seller!
Summary: 5 Stars
James Herriot's first memoir, All Creatures Great and Small, provides the reader with wonderful true stories about the author's experiences as a veterinarian, fresh out of college, and his involvement with animals, their owners, and his colleagues, set in the picturesque Yorkshire hills of central England.
This is a phenomenally interesting book, focusing not only on the creatures (all sizes, ages and conditions of dogs, cats, farm animals, and so on), but also the interesting characters, which owned these animals, and the amazing work that was done by vets in the days just prior to World War II in England. All Creatures Great and Small is a warm, often hilarious narrative, written in the first-person by this wonderful author. See for yourself why millions of people have purchased and loved this book as their own!
Book Review: A Classic
Summary: 5 Stars
The classic story based on the real life experience of a veterinarian in Yorkshire, England. James Herriot comes to Darrowby during a time when jobs are scarce and he needs to stay. But he finds he loves the people and the animals.
His associates are a lively bunch. His boss, Siegfried Farnon, is kindhearted, but has an annoying habit of contradicting himself (and then blaming it on James). Siegfried's brother, Tristan Farnon, is the younger almost-vet who is stuck with the worst jobs, loves the ladies and a drink or two. The farmers and neighbors are generally are hardworking lot. Their stories give the true color of the place and time. James also meets Helen Alderson, the beautiful and enchanting daughter of a farmer.
The classic tale was also turned into a BBC series (7 seasons). I would highly recommend both!
Book Review: A book that makes you feel good
Summary: 5 Stars
All Creatures Great and Small is a book about James Herriot's spirit after becoming a veterinarian in 1937. His life-long journey begins when he moves to the beautiful countryside of Yorkshire England to work for Dr. Farnon. Dr Farnon is a respected veterinarian in the area and becomes James' mentor. James learns very quickly that there are many ups and downs in his vocation. Angry farmers, stubborn animals, and 3:30 house calls are just the start of his fun. His compassion is very evident in this book. He is a great role model for anyone. I was interested in reading this book because I am pursuing a goal to be a veterinarian myself. This book gives me very useful insight on how I could live my own life. I would recommend All Creatures Great and Small to anyone interested in reading a heartwarming story about animals.