My turn the page Tuesday book this month is James Herriot's "Favorite Dog Stories" I have been reading it to residents at work. They love dogs & children so I thought this would be a book we all would enjoy.James Herriot was a Yorkshire veterinarian and wrote great stories about his practice.
In this book Jock the sheepdog, rescued from neglect by a doting-and dotty-mistress; here is Brandy, a mutt who's only happy (and healthy) when he's digging in a dustbin; here are Border collies, dachhunds, even Tricki Woo, the memorable Pekingese. And as always, in these pages the celebrated Yorkshire vet brings to life these animals human counterparts, painting them with warmth and humor in equal measure. Brought to life by the vibrant watercolors of Lesley Holmes, this collection of tales is a welcome gift from one of the greatest storytellers of our time-James Herriot.
6 comments:
That sounds so cute! I can just picture you reading to your sweet residents. That image brings back fond memories for me.
I love James Herriot and I love that you're reading his stories to your people.
I read this book a while back....It's a great read. As is his series "All things...." He really touches a chord. (Of course, I love dogs -- so I really enjoyed this book). I really should revisit it.
Sounds like a good book-love your snowy pics below : )
I've always wanted to read a James Herriot book... now I have one to add to the list. Thanks!
I read lots of these books as a teenager. It seems such a long time ago now that I think I ought to re-read them!
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