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All Things Bright and Beautiful
- The Classic Memoirs of a Yorkshire Country Vet
- Narrated by: Nicholas Ralph
- Length: 13 hrs and 23 mins
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Summary
** Now a major TV series on Channel 5 **
This audio edition is read by Nicholas Ralph, known for his role as James Herriot in the All Creatures Great and Small TV series.
Now settled into the sleepy Yorkshire village of Darrowby, and married to Helen the farmer’s daughter, James Herriot thinks he’s finally got himself sorted. But life as a vet in the 1930s was never going to be easy. Quite aside from his unpredictable colleagues, brothers Siegfried and Tristan Farnon, he must contend with new-fangled medical techniques, delivering calves after far too much home-made wine, and a grudge-holding dog called Magnus who never forgets. And then, with Britain on the verge of war, James faces a decision that could separate him from Darrowby – and Helen – for ever...
Since they were first published, James Herriot’s memoirs have sold millions of copies and entranced generations of animal lovers. Charming, funny and touching, All Things Bright and Beautiful is a heart-warming story of determination, love and companionship from one of Britain’s best-loved authors.
Critic reviews
"I grew up reading James Herriot's books and I'm delighted that 30 years on they are still every bit as charming, heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny as they were then." (Kate Humble)
"Herriot's enchanting tales of life in the Dales are deservedly classics. Full of extraordinary characters, animal and human, the books never fail to delight." (Amanda Owen, best-selling author of The Yorkshire Shepherdess)
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- Anonymous User
- 31-01-24
Book to listen to again and againj
The author's stories are full of warmth, kindness and humour. Easy listening - like wrapping oneself in a big, soft comfort blanket.
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- B. Cooper
- 30-04-21
One to listen to again and again
Thoroughly enjoyed listening to this book again and again. Well read and gives an interesting look at life for a vet in 1930’s Yorkshire.
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- A M.
- 16-07-23
Brilliant
Great stories that I remember from my childhood from the original series, very funny in places and quite sad in others. The way it is narrated is absolutely brilliant, it is not just read out like some audio books I’ve heard but acted out with funny accents , perfect delivery and pace. I listen to the books in this series over and over again.
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- Helen
- 07-01-24
Wonderful! But be aware it is two books already on Audible.
The Audible description doesn’t say, and I wish I’d known as I already have part of this book (read by Christopher Timothy)… this book is actually two books previously published in Audible separately as ‘Let Sleeping Vets Lie’ and ‘Vet in Harness’. However, after a brief period of being annoyed at spending a credit on something I already have, I found I really enjoyed listening to Nicholas Ralph reading James Herriot. The stories are timeless and wonderful, a glimpse into a lost world, but one where human nature and animal nature is unchanged. A lovely listen and a good escape from the stress of modern life! I love both TV series, old and new, and now I love all the audiobooks too.
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- Simon. Kindall
- 04-02-22
Wonderful
This is the 2nd Herriot book and I loved it, I have watched the 2nd new series on TV so was lovely to listen to the books too as always the TV changes for entertainment and you can see in the books. There are many funny parts and sad parts but on the whole its a lovely book with no swearing, how James put up with Siegfried I don't know. I would also recommend looking up information about the real Herriot, James Alfred Wight its very interesting.
Nicholas Ralph who plays Herriot in the new TV series is perfect at the narration in these book he does the Yorkshire accent brilliantly and mimics Siegfried just like the actor in the TV series. I can't wait for next book and 3rd series on TV.
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- Vanessa L.
- 03-01-23
Charming!
I loved this audiobook so much! It is read wonderfully and the stories are so heartwarming; a perfect antidote to the times we are living in.
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- E. Freeman
- 26-03-24
Timeless story
Familiar with the James Herriot stories from reading and tv, this is a delightful way to enjoy. Nicholas Ralph has the perfect voice to read them.
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- book_ish
- 11-04-21
More excellent narration from the newest Herriot!
More classic adventures of Herriot with further stellar voice characterisation from Nicholas Ralph. Bringing multiple wonderfully individual characters to life... Excellent on audio as well as on screen series. Highly recommend Nicholas Ralph on audio.
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- Su Irving
- 10-03-21
Nicholas Ralph brings the stories to life
loved it. what a fabulous retelling of a familiar story. can't wait for the next collection
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- Jenks
- 13-01-21
Beautifully funny.
I just loved this. The characters, both human and animal are discribed with wit and detail. The pictures painted of landscape and weather are vivid and beautiful. At times so funny and others so sad. couldn't stop listening,
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