First published 1993
Beloved country vet James Herriot returns to his Yorkshire home, where he juggles the daily joys and tribulations of rural practice. When a mysterious illness strikes the village, Herriot must race to save a herd of cattle and protect his beloved community. As he navigates new challenges with his growing family, Herriot's unwavering compassion for every living creature shines through, reminding us of the profound bonds between people, pets, and the natural world.
Genres: fiction, animals, 20th-century, biography-memoir
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family
Setting: England, Yorkshire
Period: 20th-century
342 pages · Paperback · Griffin