All Creatures Great and Small
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Chapter Book · 1972

All Creatures Great and Small

Written by James Herriot

Book #1 in the All Creatures Great and Small series

A country vet's tales of life, love, and animals in the English countryside.

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437 pages· 155,989 words
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Join a country vet on his heartwarming journey through the English countryside, where every day brings new challenges and joys. From birthing calves to comforting grieving pet owners, his stories reveal the deep bond between humans and animals. With humor and compassion, these tales capture the essence of rural life and the inspiring spirit of a man dedicated to his calling. What adventures and lessons await in this world where every creature has a story to tell?

From the publisher

Here is the heartwarming true story of Dr. James Herriot, a country veterinarian whose unique courage, warmth, and natural storytelling ability have captured the heart of American in a very special way! “A classic of its kind…’miraculous’ is not too strong a word!” – “Chicago Times Book World.””Warm, joyous, often hilarious… shines with love of life.” – “The New York Times Book Review.”

At a glance
Format
Pages
437
Words
155,989
Audience
Adult
Lexile
990L
Themes & topics
Books about veterinariansBooks about country lifeBooks about human-animal relationshipsBooks about animalsBooks about culture
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
6.8
F&P level
~X
AR points
26
AR interest level
MG+
AR quiz
726
Publication
Published
April 15, 1998
First published
January 1, 1972
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780312965785

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