Every Living Thing

The Complete Audio Collection

By: James Herriot

Narrated by: Christopher Timothy

Length: 9 hrs and 23 mins

Publisher's summary

A perfect gift for anyone who loves animals, this fifth and final installment in James Herriot's heartwarming collection, the basis for the All Creatures Great and Small television series.

Every Living Thing: The Warm and Joyful Memoirs of the World's Most Beloved Animal Doctor brings back familiar friends (including old favorites such as Tricki Woo) and introduces new ones, including Herriot's children Rosie and Jimmy and the marvelously eccentric vet Calum Buchanan.

This book marks a perfect opportunity for existing fans of Herriot's work to reacquaint themselves with his writing, and for those who've never read him to see what generations of animal lovers have already discovered: James Herriot is that rarest of creatures, a genuine master storyteller.

©1992 by James Herriot (P)1993 by Audio Renaissance Tapes, a division of Cassette Productions Unlimited, Inc.

Critic reviews

“This is Herriot at his best. . . able to make us laugh, cry or nod in agreement with some snippet of universal truth.” —The Washington Post

“Herriot is a spellbinder as a storyteller.” —The Seattle Times

“James Herriot is a pied piper with the written word. He eases his readers into loving, liking and laughing at familiar characters, animal and human.” —The Los Angeles Times

Great story and reader but too much static noise

Would you listen to Every Living Thing again? Why?

Yes. I love James Herriot and his heart-warming escapades. The animals and their owners all feel so authentic.

What did you like best about this story?

The author is able to create a positive spin on everything.

What three words best describe Christopher Timothy’s voice?

British expressive melodious

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I laughed a few times. One reason I enjoy this author is that the stories are pretty easy to listen to, without huge drama or unbearably emotional stories.

Any additional comments?

The only thing that would make it better is to remove the static background noise in the first nine parts. Ten through thirteen have a clear recording.

Excellent book to listen to...

I loved this and all of James Harriot's books. They are well written and performed. His books I will listen to again and again, enjoying it as much as the first time. If you enjoy animals or work in the Veterinarian field you will love it but that's not a prerequisite. This book is the continuation of his Veterinary practice memoirs .

Delightful!

Everything I thought it would be and more! Herriot’s love for animals along with his uncanny ability to draw the reader in makes this book a must for anyone who cares about animals and their well-being.

Magical storytelling

Another heartwarming set of vignettes by the author. Narrating is solid too. Can’t wait to start another

A great story

I love James Harriet’s books, and this one is just as wonderful as the others. The reader is outstanding as well.

it’s a beautiful story.

i was so sad when it ended, but at the same time so happy 😂 james herriot describes his life so well and with a touch of humor, i’m sure anyone who listened to this book will love it!

I Can Never Get Enough Of James Herriot's Stories

I have loved the James Herriot collection for years and am now ecstatic to have it on my iPod. All his stories elicit a 'feel good' feeling for the listener with his brilliant writing and subject matter. Add Christopher Timothy's ability to make it all come to life in audio and you've got a winning combination over all.

I love James Herriot books!!

I Can't Get Enough of these books! I love the way James Herriot tell stories of his practice. They are so fun and entertaining and heartwarming.

A great listen.

A very relaxing, humorous listen in today's hectic stressful world. Excellent narration. Gifted descriptive storyteller.

fuzzy sounding

Great book of course but, it sounds a bit muffled. I love Christopher Timothy's reading