Questions About All Creatures Great and Small (All Creatures Great and Small, #1-2)

by James Herriot

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Whats the name of the pig, who lives with Tricki, name?

Suethua The pig is named Nugent.

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Can this be read as a standalone or is it recommended to read the rest of the series?

Laura It is the first, and can definitely be read as a standalone (no cliffhangers), but you will probably want to read the next one.

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Hi! Is it worth it to read the series if you have watched the pbs show? Are the books different enough from the show to keep a reader’s interest?

Julie Santillanes Yes, it is worth it. I watched the show first and still enjoyed this book. Each chapter is its own short story. They use some of those stories in the …moreYes, it is worth it. I watched the show first and still enjoyed this book. Each chapter is its own short story. They use some of those stories in the show but not all. Even the ones that are familiar to watchers of the PBS show are still entertaining because of Herriot’s charming writing style. (less)

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what is the genre?

Mary Erickson Semi-autobiographical fiction.

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