New Releases by James Herriot

Příběhy Jamese Herriota o jeho životě zvěrolékaře v Yorkshiru si čtenáři po celém světě oblíbili už v knihách To by se zvěrolékaři stát nemělo a Když se zvěrolékař ožení. Nyní přichází třetí úchvatný svazek vzpomínek, které nepostrádají Herriotův osobitý humor, nadhled ani moudrost. Uprostřed druhé světové války se James věnuje výcviku u Královského letectva a kdykoliv je to možné, vrací se domů do Yorkshiru za svou těhotnou ženou Helenou. Ve volných chvílích přemítá nad minulými dobrodružstvími z veterinární praxe, navštěvuje staré přátele, které čtenáři už dobře znají z předchozích knih, a představuje desítky nových a zábavných postav – zvířecích i lidských. Herriot čtenáře nadchne svou neobyčejnou schopností spřádat velmi poutavé a srdečné příběhy. Herriotův hluboký soucit, poctivost, humor a láska k životu, lidskému i zvířecímu, z jeho knih vyzařují od první do poslední stránky. Na motivy jeho děl vznikl britský seriál Všechny velké a malé bytosti, který se zatím dočkal čtyř sérií a zhlédnout jste jej mohli i v České televizi. Herriotových knih se na světě prodalo přes osmdesát milionů výtisků.

Las divertidas experiencias de un aprendiz de veterinario en la Inglaterra rural de los años treinta. Desde su publicación, estas memorias han sido el libro de referencia de millones de amantes de la naturaleza. Tiernas, divertidas y embebidas en el ambiente bucólico de la campiña inglesa, son uno de los testimonios escritos más celebrados sobre el amor por los animales, el compañerismo y la vida rural en todo su esplendor. Cálida, alegre y reconfortante. Un canto a la vida. Un clásico imprescindible. Más de 80 millones de ejemplares vendidos. Ahora también una serie en Filmin. Cuando el joven James Herriot termina la carrera de veterinaria en Glasgow y acepta su primer trabajo en una pequeña localidad de Yorkshire, no sabe muy bien dónde se está metiendo. Y es que literalmente deberá meterse dentro de una vaca, desnudo de cintura para arriba, en un establo prácticamente a oscuras y a temperaturas glaciares. Esto no lo explicaban sus libros de veterinaria. Ni tampoco que deberá ganarse uno a uno a todos los granjeros de la comarca. «Herriot se deleita en la vida, la abraza con sensibilidad y entusiasmo y escribe con gracia. Este es un libro repleto de felicidad.» THE NEW YORK TIMES

The perfect gift for fans of All Creatures Great and Small, this is a charming collection of classic stories from James Herriot’s much-loved books, with insights into his life and work from his children Rosie and Jim. With astute observations and boundless humour, country vet Herriot captures the spirit of the Yorkshire Dales and of rural communities on the cusp of change, before tractors and machines had taken over and modern medicines and antibiotics transformed veterinary work. Along the way a beloved cast of characters emerges, from the squabbling brothers Tristan and Siegfried to Herriot’s hapless courtship and eventual family life with Helen Anderson. But it’s the animals which are at the heart of Herriot’s stories. Whether he’s dodging a raging bull on a risky artificial insemination assignment, becoming pen pals with Tricki Woo the spoilt Pekingese pooch, or the inevitable trials and tribulations of lambing season, there’s never a dull moment in Herriot’s company. At times moving and often laugh-out-loud funny, The Wonderful World of James Herriot will delight fans old and new. ''I grew up reading James Herriot''s books and I''m delighted that thirty years on, they are still every bit as charming, heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny as they were then'' – Kate Humble, on the works of James Herriot

The first two memoirs in the New York Times–bestselling series from an English veterinarian—and the basis for the Masterpiece series on PBS. All Creatures Great and Small: In the rolling dales of Yorkshire—a simple, rural region of Northern England—a young veterinarian from Sunderland joins a new practice. A stranger in an unfamiliar land, James Herriot must quickly learn the odd dialect and humorous ways of the locals, master outdated equipment, and do his best to mend, treat, and heal pets and livestock alike. All Things Bright and Beautiful: After his first day on the job, Herriot’s mentor warns him that the life of a country veterinarian is full of small triumphs and big disasters, but that he’d never be bored. From night visits to drafty barns during freezing Northern England winters to the beautiful vitality of rural life in the summertime to the colorful menagerie of animals—and their owners—that pass through his office, Herriot experiences new challenges and joys every day. In these pages, Herriot trains under his eccentric boss in a rustic English village, courts the woman that becomes his wife, and meets the people he would come to write about for a lifetime. This witty and heartwarming collection, based on the author’s own experiences, became an international success, winning over animal lovers everywhere. Perhaps better than any other writer, Herriot reveals the ties that bind us to the creatures in our lives. Praise for All Creatures Great and Small: “One of the funniest and most likeable books around.” —The Atlantic “Refreshingly original . . . Hilarious, touching, athletic and warming . . . Dr. Herriot’s characters . . . rival any from British fiction.” ―Los Angeles Times

Back home in Yorkshire after military duty, James Herriot sees his family and veterinary practice flourish, even as the world around him changes profoundly When World War II ends and James Herriot returns to his wife and new family in the English countryside, he dreams mostly of Sunday roasts and Yorkshire puddings, but new adventure has a way of tracking him down. Soon Herriot finds himself escorting a large number of sheep on a steamer to Russia, puzzling through the trials of fatherhood, and finding creative ways to earn the trust of suspicious neighbors who rely on him for the wellbeing of their beloved animals. Herriot''s winning humor and self-deprecating humanity shine through every page, and his remarkable storytelling has captivated readers for generations.

Lo Yorkshire e le sue verdi vallate, il più celebre veterinario del mondo, villaggi sperduti e casolari isolati. Ma soprattutto ''loro'', gli animali: cani, gatti, pecore, mucche, cavalli, tutte quelle creature che si ammalano, guariscono, muoiono proprio come gli esseri umani.

Scontrosi o docili, bastardi o purosangue, volubili, bizzarri o fedelissimi, sono stati i cani il grande amore di James Herriot, il leggendario veterinario scozzese autore di best seller sugli animali che continuano ad appassionare milioni di lettori in tutto il mondo. Questo volume raccoglie alcune tra le sue storie più indimenticabili: quella del tenace pastore tedesco Jock, del buffo labrador Brandy, di Roy, dolcissimo golden retriever, o Tricki Woo, capriccioso come solo un pechinese viziato sa essere. Piccoli deliziosi racconti da un mondo ormai perduto, dominato dall''amore per la natura e le sue creature.

From a Yorkshire veterinarian and a “wise and wonderful writer”: The New York Times bestseller and basis for the beloved BBC series of the same name (The Boston Globe). In the rolling dales of Yorkshire, a simple, rural region of northern England, a young veterinarian from Sunderland joins a new practice. A stranger in a strange land, he must quickly learn the odd dialect and humorous ways of the locals, master outdated equipment, and do his best to mend, treat, and heal pets and livestock alike. This witty and heartwarming collection, based on the author’s own experiences, became an international success, spawning sequels and winning over animal lovers everywhere. Perhaps better than any other writer, James Herriot reveals the ties that bind us to the creatures in our lives.

The beloved New York Times bestsellers that inspired the popular BBC series—from a Yorkshire veterinarian and a “wise and wonderful writer” (The Boston Globe). Perhaps better than any other writer, James Herriot reveals the ties that bind us to the natural world. Collected here are three of his masterpieces—All Creatures Great and Small, All Things Bright and Beautiful, and All Things Wise and Wonderful—which have been winning over animal lovers everywhere for almost fifty years. From his night visits to drafty barns during freezing northern England winters, to the beautiful vitality of rural life in the summertime, to the colorful menagerie of animals—and their owners—that pass through his office, Herriot vividly evokes the daily challenges and joys that come with being a veterinarian. Witty and heartwarming, this collection of whimsical, dramatic, and touching anecdotes reveals the ties that bind us to the animals in our lives. This edition features a new introduction from the author’s son and bonus archival photos.

Adventures in the English countryside and beyond with the Yorkshire veterinarian and #1 New York Times–bestselling author of All Creatures Great and Small. When World War II ends and James Herriot returns to his wife and new family in the English countryside, he dreams mostly of Sunday roasts and Yorkshire puddings, but new adventure has a way of tracking him down. Soon Herriot finds himself escorting a large number of sheep on a steamer to Russia, puzzling through the trials of fatherhood, and finding creative ways to earn the trust of suspicious neighbors who rely on him for the wellbeing of their beloved animals. Herriot’s winning humor and self-deprecating humanity shine through every page, and his remarkable storytelling has captivated readers for generations. “This is Herriot at his best,” said the Washington Post of this New York Times bestseller by the author of All Things Bright and Beautiful and Every Living Thing. The Lord God Made Them All is a true story of postwar England that, according to the Columbus Dispatch, “just explodes with the joy of living and loving and caring.”

Tales about cows and dogs, Shire horses, goats and orphaned lambs. The author tells of times midnight phone summons to sick animals and the character of the Dales people. From the dour farmer to the couple insisting the vet stay for a dram of whisky.

In the midst of World War II, the Yorkshire veterinarian muses on past adventures through the Yorkshire dales, visiting with old friends and introducing scores of new characters--both human and animal.

Winter 2000

An English veterinarian reminisces about his life, career, and animal patients in an English village.

Few authors in memory have delighted readers around the world as thoroughly as the beloved veterinarian James Herriot. And with his recent volumes of hugely popular illustrated tales – James Herriot’s Cat Stories and James Herriot’s Favourite Dog Stories – his name has been introduced to a whole new generation of readers. Now, this gorgeous new collection brings together ten of his best-loved stories celebrating all the creatures in his wonderful world – creatures bright and beautiful, great and small. Here are lambs, horses, cows, dogs, even a whimsical pig or two, along with their colourful human counterparts – all brought vividly to life by Herriot’s storytelling magic. From a prickly horse young James encountered early in his veterinary-school experience, through Dorothy the goat – star of the entrancing holiday tale “There’s Christmas – and Christmas”– we are reacquainted with many of the most charming members of Herriot’s Yorkshire menagerie. Once again illuminated by the radiant watercolours of Lesley Holmes, each of Herriot’s stories captures the kind of warmth and humour that comes with old, familiar friendship. With a special introduction by Herriot’s own son, Jim, the stories in this bright new collection will charm readers of any age.

In this very special collection of favorite stories about dogs great and small, James Herriot tells us about his own dogs and all the wonderful people and animals we have come to love so much. Fifty memorable tales move us to both laughter and tears, and Herriot''s personal introduction and notes make this tribute by a master storyteller to man''s best friend a book to be treasured for many years to come.

After leaving Farmer Cobb''s flock and exploring the outside world, Smudge the lamb has trouble returning home.

Nobody knows why a stray cat keeps sneaking away from his new home, until he begins turning up at social events all over the village.

Gyp, a cheerful but always silent sheep dog, startles everyone with uncharacteristic behavior during the championship sheep dog trials.

To make room for a younger cow, Farmer Dakin reluctantly takes his old cow Blossom to market with surprising results.

A collection of the author''s stories for children, including "Moses the Kitten," "The Market Square Dog," and "Smudge, the Little Lost Lamb."

The famous veterinarian tries to heal a stray dog and find him a home.