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All Things Bright and Beautiful: The Warm and Joyful Memoirs of the World's Most Beloved Animal Doctor Audiobook
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The basis for the PBS Masterpiece series and the second volume in the multimillion copy bestselling series.
Millions of readers have delighted in the wonderful storytelling and everyday miracles of James Herriot in the fifty years since his animal stories were first introduced to the world.
All Things Bright and Beautiful is the beloved sequel to Herriot's first collection, All Creatures Great and Small, and picks up as Herriot, now newly married, journeys among the remote hillside farms and valley towns of the Yorkshire Dales, caring for their inhabitants—both two- and four-legged. Throughout, Herriot's deep compassion, humor, and love of life shine as we laugh, cry, and delight in the portraits of his many varied animal patients and their equally varied owners.
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"I love this author! This book, as opposed to the first in the series, is more about veterinary medicine. While the first book narrated his courtship and marriage to change things up occasionally, this one stuck more to his practice. I enjoy the authors understanding of the strengths of the country folks he works with and while I know nothing of animal diseases, I find it fascinating."
— Jean (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Whatever joy one found in [All Creatures Great and Small] is in [All Things Bright and Beautiful], only even more joyous; whatever laughter rippled from the throat in the reading of the first, finds even greater gusto in this one. It is funny, wry, simple in its story but as deep and perceptive of life's truths as the superlative sensitivity of the write and his talent can make it.
— Dorothy Eastland, The Hartford Courant -
Christopher Timothy conveys his relish for the countryside and country folk, not to mention animals.... Herriot's generous nature and honest concern coupled with Timothy's friendly style are a winning combination.
— AudioFile
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A #1 New York Times bestseller
All Things Bright and Beautiful Listener Reviews
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" I love all of James Herriot's books - so warm and well-written! To be read by Christopher Timothy is icing on the cake. :) "
— Kathleen, 12/1/2019 -
" Herriot is a great storyteller, and each adventure he tells brings you right into the barn with him. As a lover of farms, I was entranced. And it reminded me of my dad in so many ways. "
— Kimball, 2/18/2014 -
" I love this series and am reading again for the ???th time. They are always relaxing and funny, with an occasional pull on the heartstrings. "
— Brashearj, 2/17/2014 -
" I learned a lot about animals. Cute story for any animal lover. "
— Amity, 2/8/2014 -
" James Herriot's books were my childhood salvation. When reality was knocking on my door, I could always turn to a chapter of any of his books and find myself on the rolling hills of Yorkshire with a pack of dogs by my side. I'm sure I wasn't the only girl who wished to be a veterinarian after reading Herriot's books. "
— Chris, 1/24/2014 -
" Wonderful stories and characters from an English veterinarian. I get warm fuzzies just thinking about this book. I read it in high school and watched all the PBS episodes with my family. For years, whenever anyone asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up, I answered "a vet." I still love these stories. "
— Rae, 1/22/2014 -
" Not as entertaining as his first. But I have learnt a lot about cow diseases... "
— Lena, 1/10/2014 -
" More great tales of the famous Yorkshire Vet! Love these stories! "
— Sandy, 1/5/2014 -
" A light easy read with lots of fun and good humor. Most of the series is very enjoyable. "
— Brenda, 12/24/2013 -
" The man can tell a story! This one was as good as his first one, All Creatures Great and Small. I love each little anecdote about his veterinary practice. A light read and very entertaining. "
— Emily, 12/20/2013 -
" I liked the first book very much. This second book was also good, but so similar to the first I felt reading one book in this series was enough for me. "
— Elizabeth, 10/27/2013 -
" James Herriot's writing is always fresh, descriptive, funny, and heartwarming. I can think of no better praise other than his books make me smile. "
— Kate, 10/20/2013 -
" I remember almost everything that happens in this book from my reading it as a child. What I did not remember, I could predict. I did not care. This is genius stuff and as comforting as a favourite blanket. "
— Julie, 10/18/2013 -
" accidentally checked cassettes, actually read the book. "
— Rosemary, 9/23/2013 -
" Pretty much exactly the same as All Creatures Great and Small, just with new stories. Sometimes predictable is good. "
— Jeremy, 9/19/2013 -
" Very charming, moving, and entertaining all at once. "
— Mad_Maudie, 2/25/2013 -
" How can anyone not love the wit and wisdom of James Herriot? If you are an animal lover, then you will enjoy this book through ally. "
— Lori, 12/31/2012 -
" All Creatures Great and SmallReference this review. "
— Jo, 10/23/2012 -
" My favorite book collection , I actually have read these two or three times over the last 20 years. I got the set when i was in high school "
— Crystal, 9/16/2012 -
" I was ravenous for James Herriot in third grade. "
— Jana, 9/14/2012 -
" Each of these books is chockfull of stories and anecdotes that transport you into the author's world. They are a lovely, waring read. "
— Jean, 8/17/2012 -
" I loved his series! They are so funny! They are all great books that are nice to read, and books that you can actually put down when you need to get some work done. "
— Lindsey, 7/10/2012 -
" An enchanting book about an English veterinarian who writes with compassion, wit, and insight about the animals and people he serves in Yorkshire, England. "
— Carol, 6/27/2012 -
" Probably one of the first adult-length books I ever read on my own. I adored these stories of a British country veterinarian. "
— Sharon, 5/24/2012 -
" NEVER get tired of re-reading parts of this one--such a critter lover am I! "
— Rose, 4/27/2012 -
" I listened to this as a audiobook. A favorite! "
— Jaime, 4/18/2012 -
" Love all these. Perfect for a ADD kind of day/drive. "
— Jourdan, 1/17/2012 -
" A wonderful, gentle and funny author. The narrator, Christopher Timothy played the vet, James Herriot in an English TV series so his narration was perfect. I loved being taken back to a a slower pace of life filled with marvellous characters. "
— Shui, 1/10/2012 -
" Really, James herriot is just a genius. There are not two ways about it. "
— J, 9/18/2011 -
" I love these books by James Herriot! He is a veterinarian in Yorkshire, England and writes about the quiky personalities of animals and people. Anyone who has a love for furry creatures will find these books endearing. "
— Sherri, 9/14/2011 -
" again, the title says it all "
— Laurie, 4/4/2011 -
" I read this whole series because my Grandma got me started on them. He has a great way with words and making his work and life into enjoyable stories. "
— Gina, 3/25/2011 -
" I always enjoy James Herriot's writing about his experiences as a vet in rural England. This is one of his best compilations! "
— Hendie, 3/23/2011 -
" It was a nice story. It was slow for me. "
— Gayla, 3/21/2011 -
" I have read all of his books. If there were more I would read them. Entertaining, fun and insightful. "
— Karen, 3/3/2011 -
" This book is a collection of everyday happenings.<br/>These short vignettes of his life as a veterinary and his joy in living are what make them so enjoyable.<br/>It is the happiness in everyday life that make it worth living.<br/>The good people that you meet and know and the good that we do. "
— Kathy, 1/29/2011 -
" Love all these. Perfect for a ADD kind of day/drive. "
— Jourdan, 1/20/2011 -
" James Herriott is class. Period. "
— Nick, 1/17/2011 -
" Very charming, moving, and entertaining all at once. "
— Lesa, 1/12/2011 -
" Continuing story of the humorous and heartwarming English vet. A very fun read. "
— Valerie, 1/11/2011
About James Herriot
James Herriot (1916-1995) was the bestselling author of memoirs, including All Creatures Great and Small, All Things Bright and Beautiful, All Things Wise and Wonderful, The Lord God Made Them All, and Every Living Thing. At age twenty-three, he qualified for veterinary practice with the Glasgow Veterinary College and moved to the town of Thirsk in Yorkshire to work in a rural practice. He would live in, work in, and write about the region for the rest of his life. Though he dreamed for years of writing a book, his veterinary work and his family kept him busy, and he did not start writing until the age of fifty. In 1979, he was awarded the title Order of the British Empire (OBE). His veterinary practice in Yorkshire, England, is now tended by his son, Jim Wight.
About Christopher Timothy
Christopher Timothy starred as James Herriot in All Creatures Great and Small, the internationally renowned BBC television series based on Herriot’s work. A veteran of stage, screen, and television, Timothy is a winner of the prestigious Sir John Gielgud Scholarship and the Sir Laurence Olivier Award. He also coproduced and starred in a critically acclaimed film version of James Herriot’s Yorkshire.