A memorable book with delightful stories, incidents both hilarious & moving, animals & characters you get to meet along the way. Can't wait to read the rest of his books. A must read for animal lovers!

One of the finest books I,a veteran,has read in my life. All the time u are immersed in the surroundings,as if you yourself are moving. Through this,even an animal hater,will become animal lover. Amazing way of depicting,as if its you yourself involved. Jemes must be a great human being.Onecan feel thre Yorkshire surroundings,humanbeings and culture and the lush green pastures. Great addition to my books. Proud possession.Thanks to Flipkart.

I had read excerpts first and bought the book out of curiosity as to how a book about a vet could be rated so high.

I have read it cover to cover once I started. It transports you into the surprisingly beautiful and satisfying life of a country vet in Yorkshire, England. Herriot's honest and witty narration makes you chuckle often and even laugh out loud many times. His talent to see the lighter side of any kind of happening is truly inspiring. That the life of a vet could be so full of f...

This book ranks quite high among my favorites. Herriot has a wonderful way with words that makes the story leap out from the pages. Every animal lover and even those who are not, will enjoy every instance, every little tale which will make you laugh, make you cry, and will regale you with the complex simplicity of the interaction that exists between humans and animals. The description of the english countryside is a pleasure for those book lovers who savour the beauty of prose.

It is a wond...

I came across this book quite coincidentally and thank God for that... Once I started to read, I couldn't lay down the book. The author writes it in such a way that the reader can see the scenes flashing right in front of their eyes. It's a must read book.

An all-time classic.

James Herriot practiced as a vet in Yorkshire. He takes you to another world. You won't find many writers who combine sensitivity, a keen eye, and simple style with humour, often self deprecating humour. You will delight in his successes, and fall in love with the characters you meet. Sometimes he doesn't succeed, but he retells it with humour. Sometimes the characters are not so pleasant, but you can't bring yourself to hate them. He takes you into the farmer's homes, those rough hewn people...

A forever dream, to become a vet; Dr. Herriot a good doctor and a great storyteller.

Good

Kept me smiling the whole time I read it. Hilarious and a light hearted read! This book documents the adventures of a vet who recently acquires a job in the countryside. A book for animal lovers.