The Lord God Made Them All
The Lord God Made Them All
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1981
Book Brief
The Lord God Made Them All
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1981373
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Yorkshire, England • 1940s-50s
1981
Adult
12+ years
Super Short Summary
The Lord God Made Them All by James Herriot recounts the experiences of a British veterinary surgeon. Set in the post-World War II era, it follows his travels and veterinary practice within rural Yorkshire, detailing his interactions with various animals and their owners. The narrative celebrates the bond between humans and animals.
Heartwarming
Inspirational
Nostalgic
Humorous
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
James Herriot's The Lord God Made Them All offers a heartwarming continuation of his veterinary adventures. Readers appreciate the author's storytelling and vivid depictions of rural life. However, some find the anecdotes repetitive. Overall, it encapsulates the charm and tenderness synonymous with Herriot’s work, though it may not captivate new readers as much.
Who Should Read The Lord God Made Them All?
Readers who will enjoy The Lord God Made Them All by James Herriot likely appreciate heartwarming, true-life stories set in the English countryside. Fans of All Creatures Great and Small and At Home in Mitford will find this book’s blend of humor, compassion, and engaging animal tales particularly delightful.
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Yorkshire, England • 1940s-50s
1981
Adult
12+ years
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