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  • Paperback: 384 pages
  • Publisher: Penguin; New Ed edition (26 Oct 2000)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0140268812
  • ISBN-13: 978-0140268812
  • Product Dimensions: 19 x 13 x 3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 21,473 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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After qualifying as a vet in 1939, Alf Wight, aka James Herriot, moved to a veterinary practice in Thirsk. He was over fifty when his first book of stories about life as a Yorkshire vet was published, giving birth to some of Yorkshire's most famous and much-loved literary characters. Although he brought fame and fortune to himself and those around him, Alf Wight remained an intensely private person, respected and trusted by those whose animals he cared for, and adored by millions of fans. This illuminating biography reveals the real man behind the title 'The World's Most Famous Vet'.

About the Author
JIM WIGHT took time out from the veterinary practice in Thirsk, where he worked with his father for many years, in order to write and then publicise this book. He lives just outside Thirsk in North Yorkshire.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A son's tribute, 1 April 2006
By G. J. Weeks (London) - See all my reviews
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Any man who has lost a beloved father will identify with the sentiments of the author in wanting to pay tribute to the man who has gone. I went to school with the Wight children and knew James and his partner professionally before they were famous. I found Jim's book true to life and very moving.

I was surprised to learn that the famous vet had no professional detachment whatsoever when it came to his own dogs.

But what moved me most was his own perceived inability to express his love to his son. A man may be a brilliant communicator in print yet fail to express himself to his own child.

I am forever indebted to James for bringing my Yorkshire home back to life when I lived thousands of miles away. I am indebted to Jim for a fine biography of a great man. and a reminder to be open emotionally with one's children

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic insight into the real James Herriot, 11 Jun 2002
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It may seem impossible for someone to follow in the steps of Alf Wight, but his son certainly has inherited his fathers ability to write. Although a different style, Jim Wight has managed to portray the life of his father perfectly. His account is both honest and sensitive and captures his enourmous respect for his father.
Jim Wight had an huge amount of information to draw on and more importantly he lived and worked with his father which is a perspective which most biographys lack.

An excellent book.

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A real inspirational story of a grand fella!, 10 Jan 2006
By Simon Dawson (Tadcaster, Yorkshire) - See all my reviews
Having grown up with the TV series, and revisited the programmes thanks to Satellite TV in the UK - I thought I would read the book about the real man, behind James Herriot. I read a wonderful story about what is possible if you have a passion for something and try hard enough in life. However, I was most touched with a man who at heart did not seek fame, he just wanted to be a good vet, a wonderful father to his children and grandchildren and a loving husband. I believe that in the book you soon discover that Alf Wight was all of those. A great read, and a pleasure to know more about the man behind James Herriott. A must read for fans of the books or the TV series.
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1.0 out of 5 stars disappointing
I have read and enjoyed the Herriot books over and over again and have all of them. I was keen to read this book written by his son. Read more
Published 4 months ago by eyshasfineart

5.0 out of 5 stars The Real James Herriot
A thoroughly entertaining book, well written by the man who knew "James Herriot" best, his son.It brings to life the man behind the stories and his son has described with love and... Read more
Published 5 months ago by K. E. Beckett

5.0 out of 5 stars Blood is thicker than water.
If you're interested in this book and you're reading this review it's very likely that you've already read all of James Herriot's extraordinary adventures and deeply enjoyed them,... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Francesconi Alessandra

5.0 out of 5 stars Thankyou for writing this book.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Many times I laughed, a few times I cried and so many memories were awakened. Read more
Published on 16 Mar 2007 by Eirian Siggs

4.0 out of 5 stars A good prospect for Christmas
This is an excellent biography of a country vet and an ideal present for anyone who has enjoyed the James Herriot stories. Read more
Published on 6 Dec 2006 by Deborah Rogers

4.0 out of 5 stars Quite honest, but maybe not 100% true
I have to agree that this book is a pleasure to read almost as much as the original Herriot stories. Read more
Published on 3 May 2005 by Tomasz Stasinski

5.0 out of 5 stars James Herriot's son has his father's natural gift
I have just finished reading The Real James Herriot and consider that it is an extremely well written biography. Read more
Published on 30 April 2001 by johnhwright@ntlworld.com

4.0 out of 5 stars This is an interesting and well written book.
This book is written by James Herriot's son Jim Wight. Jim Wight's love and pride of his father shines through his book. Read more
Published on 7 Feb 2001

4.0 out of 5 stars An eye opener
What is interesting about this book is how similar Jim Wights writing style is to his fathers.You could almost believe James Herriot had written it. Read more
Published on 22 Jan 2001 by dcook@ctp.com

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