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All Things Bright and Beautiful

By: James Herriot
Narrated by: Christopher Timothy
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Find All Things Bright and Beautiful: The Warm and Joyful Memoirs of the World's Most Beloved Animal Doctor, read by Nicholas Ralph, star of the new PBS Masterpiece series, on Audible.

James Herriot has now become firmly established and accepted as one of Darrowby's veterinarians. He's also married, and lives with his wife Helen on the top floor of Skeldale House. His former boss, now partner, Siegfried, lives downstairs with Siegfried's brother Tristan.

Herriot continues the rich and rewarding day-to-day life of a small-town veterinarian, and we journey with him across the dales, meeting a whole new cast of unforgettable characters - humans, dogs, horses, lambs, parakeets - all of them drawn with the same infinite fascination, affection and insight that made James Herriot one of the most beloved authors of our time. And all the stories are warmly, evocatively told by the world-renowned "voice" of Dr. Herriot: Christopher Timothy.

©1973 by James Herriot (P)1996 by Audio Renaissance

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Heart warming and uplifting

This my first time listening to the audio version and second time reading the books. Loved the stories. Herriot places you into his life as a country vet in the comforts of your home. The people and patients touches your soul and make you feel like you know them. Thank you and looking forward to listening to the next book.

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Superb; engaging; get the entire series!

Superb storytelling; engaging; gently humorous. The author is not afraid to poke fun at himself and he’s very gentle when he’s poking fun at somebody else. I am always sad when I come to the end of the book, so I am getting the entire series.

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Perfection

The story, the reader, but most of all the wonderful author, whose generous view of his world and life as a vet in northern England c. 1930s is a balm to the soul.

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As always a pure delight

James herriot has always been one of my favorite authors. he is a amazing writer and this books is just so perfect

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always worth a read and a re-read

Herriot brings you into his world like a coming home after a too long an absence.

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Delightful!

an educational and delightful tale of another world and another time. this is a story for animal lovers as well as people Watchers.

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Wonderful!

I wish I had known to watch the original tv show. I had no idea how lovely these stories are. They are read so beautifully by Mr Timothy as Dr Herriot that I always have a picture of him, the amazing scenery and his love of the animals in the stories as I listen. Can’t wait to start the next book - I listen mostly before going to sleep and they are so soothing during these unsettling times. Thank you Mr Timothy and Dr Herriot.

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Another wonderful book by Herriot!

I’ll listen to this over and over. It is a beautiful collection of stories that remind of of the simple joys in life and perhaps encourages us to adopt an unhurried, deliberate appreciation for the people, animals, and landscape around us.

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excellent series

excellent series , great for any aspiring veterinarian. the recordings could be in the need for some remastering.. but otherwise a worthy book

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Oh my goodness so wonderful

This reading was so wonderful if you like stories of animals, kindness, farm life and people. I know you’ll enjoy.

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