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James Herriot

by Graham Lord

James Herriot, whose real name was Alf Wight, was the quiet, modest Scottish vet who wrote books that became bestsellers all over the world and were turned into two films and a much-loved television series. After his death in February 1995 at the age of 78, he was mourned by millions of fans who had laughed and cried at his delightful stories of life as a vet in Yorkshire. In this first full portrait of one of the world's most beloved animal writers, a noted biographer affectionately reveals the man behind the myth, exploring his tragedies and triumphs in intimate detail.

Chappie’s discussion starters

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  1. Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
  2. Was there a moment where you disagreed with a character’s choice? What would you have done?
  3. What theme did this book keep circling back to — and did it earn its ending?
  4. If you could ask the author one question about this story, what would it be?
  5. Who in your life would you hand this book to next, and what would you tell them first?