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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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I love James Herriot

Having been a lover of animal stories for several years, I picked up a copy of one of Herriot's books at a thrift shop. Since then I have been hooked. Herriot's writing is terrific and his sense of humor is ageless. He has great insight into human nature and his ability to put that into words makes him a writer worth reading and/or listening to.

"All Things Bright and Beautiful" is definitely worth the listening time. I have been taking Mr. Herriot with me in the car when I am out driving. His stories are perfect for that. They are not so complicated that I can drive and easily listen, and also light-hearted, sometimes sad, and really entertaining.

The narrator of his books, Christopher Timothy, is also excellent. He has the ability to give Herriot, his friends and the local people of Daroby (sp?) perfect voices. I have in the past had trouble understanding British accents, but Timothy makes it easy.

I plan on listening to the entire series.

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Herriot is Golden!

Herriot's works are Masterpieces! Each one is a testimony to a Great Veterinarian who is challenged with many situations. Some are easy to deal with, some were frustrations due to lack of pharmaceutical resources and discovery. But through it all, Herriot raises the bar for Vets Worldwide. He has been my Hero since I opened his first book 45 years ago! An amazing Man who walked an amazing path in his lifetime. 😊

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worth reading and rereading

I have loved these books since I was a child and now as a veterinarian love listening to them even more.

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perfect...

My second time through and just as enjoyable.
If you love animals you'll love these stories.

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Wonderful!

Absolutely wonderful. Loved the narrator’s multiple voices. This book is so poetic, but made me laugh and cry. Great stories. Would recommend to anyone.

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Such a beautiful life!

Very nice listen and beautifully narrated. I love to hear the stories of a new veterinarian and his wife. Their lives as he begins his career and life as a new husband.

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The wonderful story continues...

Brilliant writing, brilliant narration. This audio book is the perfect marriage of good writing and talented narration. I find myself wiping away tears, or bursting into laughter as I listen. What a beautiful combination is the loving writing of James Herriot and the skillful reading of Christopher Timothy! I wish I could visit Yorkshire, although now I feel as if I'm already there.

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great performance

love James Herriot. Love Chris'
narration. cannot wait for all things wise and wonderful.

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Moreadventures of a vet.

If you could sum up All Things Bright and Beautiful in three words, what would they be?

Good, bad, hilarious.

What other book might you compare All Things Bright and Beautiful to and why?

Just as good as All Creatures Great and Small.

What about Christopher Timothy’s performance did you like?

Excellent narration, considering he played James in the TV series.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No.

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Nope.

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Rewarding and Genuine!

Everyone who loves animals should read or listen to James Harriet 's series of books.
Each chapter is like a story of its own. perfect to listen on your way home ft work
And who doesn't love to listen to a good Scottish accent?!

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