All creatures big and small; All things bright and beautiful
For fans of the recent premiere of PBS MASTERPIECES ‘All Creatures Great and Small release, St. Martin’s Griffin is releasing two of them James Herriot‘s first books. Millions of readers around the world have enjoyed the stories of the world’s favorite veterinarian and his animal friends. All creatures large and small follow a young Herriot when he meets his patients. Some are heartbreaking, like a dog being the only companion of its sick owner. Some are weird, like the Pekingese who has his own stationery. Herriot’s sequel, All Things Bright and Beautiful, features more memorable animal antics, this time about a newly married Herriot from his Yorkshire country home. Herriot’s books are a must-have for animal lovers everywhere.
$ 16.99 (each) at stmartins.com
Lost Companions: Pet Death Considerations
This new book from Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson explores the grief that arises when the bond we make with our animals is broken by death. Pets are family members, and for many, the loss of a companion brings with it the same level of grief that one would experience for a close human companion. Animal lovers remember their animal friends with everything from tattoos and custom jewelry to obituaries and memorial services. They share their grief on social media, join grief groups, turn to pet loss support hotlines, or visit counselors. But many who go through the loss of a pet feel they are not being taken seriously. This book relativizes grief and grief and shows us that it is valid and necessary. It shares insights gained from a life associated with animals. Published by St. Martin’s Press.
$ 27.99 at stmartins.com
Chew this diary
Are you looking for ways to enrich your dog’s life? This unique book from Dogster Sassafras Lowrey can help! Part activity book and part keepsake, it guides you through fun activities with your dog and lets you creatively record your adventures. The book has 100+ activities, tricks, and challenges like paw painting, no-sew beds, DIY puzzles, and pet birthday party ideas. The best thing about this book is that you and your dog can complete it together. Published by Mango Publishing.
$ 16.95. Available wherever books are sold.
When Harry met Minnie
At the CBS Sunday Morning News correspondent Martha Teichner had a chance encounter with an old friend in New York, she didn’t know how much her world was going to change. The friend knew someone who died of cancer after September 11th from exposure to toxins and was desperately looking for a home for their dog Harry. He was a bulldog, just like Martha’s beloved Minnie. Martha agreed to meet Harry and his owner, Carol, and consider giving Harry a safe, loving, new home. What began as a simple transaction with a dog turned into a deep and meaningful friendship between the two women. The bond that developed changed everyone’s life. This touching narrative looks at the way our life stories are changed by the people we meet – and the love we can find when we open our hearts. And if you need something to have fun while walking your dog, the audio version of the book will be read by Martha herself. Published by Macmillan Publishers.
$ 26.99 at macmillan.com
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