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READ THIS BOOK! Even people who don't normally read fiction will enjoy this. Almost every chapter could be read by itself and the book certainly doesn't have to be read after Herriot's other four compilations. Ostensibly about animals, but with wonderful take on their owners and people in general, I found myself appreciating my fellow humans a little more than I did before I read Every Living Thing. The book is heartwarming, funny, sad, triumphant, and all-together wonderful. You must read it!
Helpful Score: 4
A very pleasurable book for animal lovers and readers of honest, decent literature.
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"...[T]he world's favorite veterinarian...returns...to the rural green enclave of England called Yorkshire for more irresistable tales of animals and people." (from back cover)
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Even though many of the incidents related in this book repeats other books or the beloved BTV series, it was like revisiting old friends.
For anyone who loves animals.
More of English country veterinarian James Herriot's adventures. The people are as interesting as the animals.
For those who prefer their veterinarian tales much less hectic than "Emergency Vets". Includes badger.
Number 5 in the "All things" series, wonderful books.
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Wonderful was the rest of his books!
Wonderful, timeless tales for animal lovers!
I find stories of the "old" live of a county vet interesting; maybe you don't.