
World War II intrudes on the pastoral life of the Yorkshire veterinarian and #1 New York Times–bestselling author of All Creatures Great and Small. Only a couple of years after settling into his new home in northern England, James Herriot is called to war. In this series of poignant and humorous episodes, the great veterinarian shares his experiences training with the Royal Air Force, pining for a pregnant wife, and checking in on the people back home who made his practice so fascinating. As the young men of Yorkshire are sent into battle and farmers consider the broader world they’re a part of, Herriot reflects on the lives—human and animal alike—that make his home worth fighting for.
From the Publisher
James Herriot: An Illustrated Biography
Wight and Wife
Wight and his wife, Joan, with Hector and Dan. Joan was as fond of the dogs as her husband was. (Photo courtesy of Daily Express.)
Wight on Set
Wight signing books on the BBC TV set of All Creatures Great and Small. Part of this set is on permanent display at the World of James Herriot museum in Thirsk, North Yorkshire.
Wight and Granddaughters
Wight with granddaughters Zoe and Katrina. (Photo courtesy of Ian Cook/Peoplemagazine.)
ASIN : B0060QM0G0
Publisher : Open Road Media (November 15, 2011)
Publication date : November 15, 2011
Language : English
File size : 9975 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 452 pages
Page numbers source ISBN : 0312335288
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