- Paperback: 240 pages
- Publisher: Pan; New edition edition (7 April 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0330443461
- ISBN-13: 978-0330443463
- Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 13 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 420,833 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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He can tell a good story against himself, and his pleasure in the beauty of the countryside in which he works is infectious' Daily Telegraph ('Full of warmth, wisdom and wit’ )
The Field ('It is a pleasure to be in James Herriot's company’ )
Observer --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.
The Field ('It is a pleasure to be in James Herriot's company’ )
Observer --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.
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The second volume of James Herriot's beselling memoirs about the trials and tribulations of being a rural vet. Wonderfully read by Christopher Timothy.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I greatly enjoyed reading this book. Some of the incidents were highly amushing, and some touched me inside. Especially the story about Kim the alsation. I almost cried when he said he didnt think there was much chance for him. However, the parts involving the farmers were mostly side splittingly funny. The manner of these strange men intrigued the vet, and each and every one of them took him on a new and interesting adventure every time he called. The amazing character analogies both amazed and shocked me. When he talks about the flight sergeants and the dentist especially had me cracking up. I hope to read more of Mr.Herriots books, and that they are all as good as this one proved to be.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
James Herriot's has been a source of inspiration to all who love animals and Yorkshire - me! I have all his books, DVD's and the whole series of ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL (which have been played to death). With Christopher Timothy's lovely speaking voice (who was perfectly cast as James Herriott in the TV series), perfectly captures the original author's stories. When going on holiday, this audio cd goes with me every time. If you are feeling tired, stressed, fed-up or otherwise, find a nice quiet corner and listen to this wonderful cd.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Oh how I love this series! This is pure comfort reading at its very best. I can't remember the last time I laughed so hard reading a book. Picking up the books in this series is like catching up with a friend for a glass of red wine by the fire.
The characters are all so brilliantly drawn that I feel I know them all. To get to know about these burly Yorkshire farmers (with all their local dialect thrown in to boot) is a joy and a priviledge.
I was planning on a break before picking up number 3 in the series but now I'm not so sure I can resist picking it straight up and diving in - that's how addictive they are.
The characters are all so brilliantly drawn that I feel I know them all. To get to know about these burly Yorkshire farmers (with all their local dialect thrown in to boot) is a joy and a priviledge.
I was planning on a break before picking up number 3 in the series but now I'm not so sure I can resist picking it straight up and diving in - that's how addictive they are.
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Excellent books
I am a huge fan of the Herriot series of books. I have read them all. I also enjoyed this book greatly. I would also like to let you know about another Yorkshire author. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mrs. P. A. Blackburn
Who would have thought that veterinary could be funny?
Funny and enlightening stories of a 20th century country vet.
Full of rich anecdotes that demonstrate great knowledge and understanding of the Yorkshire farming, animals ... Read more
Full of rich anecdotes that demonstrate great knowledge and understanding of the Yorkshire farming, animals ... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Cétacé
Good reading
I read these books many years ago and they are still as enjoyable today. Excellent service from the seller
Published on 8 Nov 2009 by dogwalker
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