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A review by hannagg
The Wonderful World of James Herriot by James Herriot
5.0
I’m a big fan of two British series, “All Creatures Great and Small,” the older one from 1978 and the new, beautiful 2020 remake (with the fourth season coming in January 2024.) Of course, when I saw an audiobook, “The Wonderful World of James Herriot,” a collection of original stories, I immediately wanted to listen to it. The audiobook is a special treat for TV series fans like myself because the parts of James are read by Nicholas Ralph, who plays James. His excellent interpretation makes listening to the stories especially enjoyable. I often smiled at James’s encounters with the animals and their owners. Other times, I was very touched and even shed a tear or two, hearing about the beautiful attachment that many tough Yorkshire farmers formed with the farm animals, for example, allowing a cow to retire on the farm long after her milk production years were over or mourning after a beloved cat. Behind the tough exterior, there was genuine affection and warmth.
The descriptive parts, which offer a timeline context, are read by Anna Madeley, who plays Mrs. Hall in the 2020 TV series. Her short introductions helped me realize when the events happened, and I really appreciated it. The author’s daughter, Rosie Page, reads an introduction, recalling her father’s work as a veterinarian and his writing – something he loved doing. The stories that were based on his experience and encounters turned out to be loved by many people, translated into numerous languages and read by generations. Entering the world of James Herriot is an unforgettable and enjoyable experience. I’m sure we need his stories now more than ever.
The descriptive parts, which offer a timeline context, are read by Anna Madeley, who plays Mrs. Hall in the 2020 TV series. Her short introductions helped me realize when the events happened, and I really appreciated it. The author’s daughter, Rosie Page, reads an introduction, recalling her father’s work as a veterinarian and his writing – something he loved doing. The stories that were based on his experience and encounters turned out to be loved by many people, translated into numerous languages and read by generations. Entering the world of James Herriot is an unforgettable and enjoyable experience. I’m sure we need his stories now more than ever.