All Three Lovable Bestsellers

ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL: Take an unforgettable journey through the English countryside and into the homes of its inhabitants-- four-legged and otherwise-- with the worlds best-loved animal doctor. James Herriot is the Yorkshire veterinarian whose fascinating vignettes brim with the wonder of life animal and human. Whether struggling mightily to position a calf for birthing or comforting a lonely old man whose beloved dog and only companion has died Herriots heartwarming and often hilarious stories of his first years as a country vet perfectly depict the wonderful relationship between man and animal-- and they intimately portray a man whose humor compassion and love of life are truly inspiring. ALL THINGS BRIGHT AND BEAUTIFUL is precisely the warm and joyful sequel that readers all over America asked for. James is now married and he and Helen live on the top floor of Skeldale House while his former boss now partner Siegfried lives downstairs with Siegfrieds brother Tristan. James 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 have made Herriot one of the most beloved authors of our time. ALL THINGS WISE AND WONDERFUL is the third delightful volume of memoirs rich with Herriots own brand of humor insight and wisdom. In the midst of World War II James is training for the Royal Air Force while going home to Yorkshire whenever possible to see his very pregnant wife Helen. Musing on past adventures through the dales visiting with old friends and introducing scores of new and amusing character--animal and human alike--Herriot enthralls with his uncanny ability to spin a most engaging and heartfelt yarn.