These stories are definitely enjoyable, but I think Herriot is better at describing interactions with certain animals than with others. There are plenty of excellent short stories to pick from though. ( )

A collection of the author's stories for children, including "Moses the Kitten," "The Market Square Dog," and "Smudge, the Little Lost Lamb.

Absolutely wonderful collection of short tales featuring cats, dogs, horses, cows and lambs, as well as some animals of the two-legged variety. James Herriot's stories have charmed readers for decades and this short collection, ostensibly for children, is no exception. The real pleasure in this audiobook collection is the storytelling skill of reader Jim Dale. All the human characters in the stories are presented in a unique voice, whether it's an aging woman visited by a stray cat at Christmas, a gruff old farmer entering his old work horse in a "best pet" contest in the local village, a young boy whose pet lamb goes missing and is later found by a young girl, or an old dairyman, forced to part with his oldest cow when she can no longer produce enough milk to earn her keep. Dale's evocative voice superbly captures the warmth and character of the village and farm dwellers and their connections with their animals. Suitable for anyone who enjoys animals and good storytelling. ( )

This is a warm, cozy book of short stories, beautifully illustrated. It makes this area of Yorkshire, England seem like the homiest place on earth, and the animals part of the goodness of life. Recommended. ( )

This is an omnibus edition of 8 of Herriot's children's picture books. I read it aloud to my 7yo and he enjoyed it, but I think I may have enjoyed the stories more than he. They are wonderful, touching stories with beautiful illustrations, especially the ones by Ruth Brown. ( )