Herriot
Americannoun
noun
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Édouard (edwar). 1872–1957, French Radical statesman and writer; premier (1924–25; 1932)
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James. real name James Alfred Wight. 1916–95, British veterinary surgeon and writer. His books based on his experiences in Yorkshire have been adapted for television and films
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After just three days in the Dales, I clearly understood why no amount of money or fame had convinced Herriot and his family to leave.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 14, 2026
"Seeing All Creatures Great and Small as a child encouraged me to be a vet and I saw myself as a James Herriot," he said.
From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2024
Jamar M. Porterfield Herriot Jr., 22, of Homestead died at the scene.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 11, 2023
Herriot is constantly putting his reputation and Siegfried's on the line – and the Yorkshire Dales is a very small place.
From Salon ● Jan. 9, 2022
"Now we'll catch 'em, lads!" roared Herriot, and they answered him with a second cheer.
From The Black Buccaneer by Stephen W. (Stephen Warren) Meader
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