James Herriot, the pen name of James Alfred Wight, was a renowned British veterinary surgeon and author. Born on October 3, 1916, in Sunderland, England, he graduated from Glasgow Veterinary College in 1939 and spent nearly 50 years practicing in rural Yorkshire. Herriot began writing seriously in his fifties, inspired by his wife Joan, and his first book, If Only They Could Talk, was published in 1970. His works, known for their warmth and humour, have sold millions worldwide and inspired numerous adaptations. Herriot passed away on February 23, 1995, leaving behind a legacy as one of the 20th century’s most beloved storytellers about animals and rural life.
Summary “Vet in a Spin” is the sixth instalment in James Herriot’s beloved series of veterinary memoirs. Set against the backdrop of World War II, this book chronicles Herriot’s experiences as he navigates his dual roles as a country veterinarian and a trainee in the Royal Air Force (RAF). The narrative begins with Herriot completing […]
Vets Might Fly – Summary “Vets Might Fly” is a captivating memoir by James Herriot, the fifth instalment in his beloved “All Creatures Great and Small” series. Set against the backdrop of World War II, this book chronicles Herriot’s transition from his peaceful life as a country veterinarian in the Yorkshire Dales to his service
Summary “Vet in Harness” is the fourth instalment in James Herriot’s beloved series of veterinary memoirs. Set in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales during the late 1930s, the book continues to chronicle Herriot’s experiences as a young veterinarian working alongside the eccentric Siegfried Farnon and his mischievous brother Tristan. In this volume, readers find James settled
Summary Let Sleeping Vets Lie is the third instalment in James Herriot’s autobiographical veterinary memoirs, continuing his journey as a young vet in 1930s Yorkshire. The book eschews a linear narrative, instead weaving together episodic tales of Herriot’s experiences at Skeldale House, where he works alongside the eccentric Farnon brothers. The story follows Herriot’s growth as
Summary “It Shouldn’t Happen to a Vet” is the second instalment in James Herriot’s beloved series of veterinary memoirs, chronicling his experiences as a young veterinary surgeon in the Yorkshire Dales during the 1930s. The book picks up where its predecessor left off, following Herriot as he continues to navigate the challenges and joys of
If Only They Could Talk – Summary James Herriot’s If Only They Could Talk is a heart-warming and humorous memoir chronicling his first year as a newly qualified veterinary surgeon in rural Yorkshire. The book introduces readers to the fictional village of Darrowby, inspired by Thirsk, where Herriot begins his career under the employment of Siegfried
