![]() ![]() Using the pseudonym James Herriot, Alf Wight published If Only They Could Talk, his first book about life as a Yorkshire vet in 1970, 25 years into his career. “All Creatures Great and Small” will return for a fourth season. It is also the latest chapter in a fascinating study of ways to adapt a classic.” Here, West dives into the history of adapting Herriot’s stories. ![]() ![]() West says each season is even better than the ones that came before “More nuanced, more deft, more certain of itself. To help keep this site running: Willow and Thatch may receive a commission when you click on any of the links on our site and make a purchase after doing so. All Creatures Great and Small (Season 2), courtesy MASTERPIECE Author of Masterpiece: America’s 50-Year-Old Love Affair with British Television Drama, West had reread James Herriot’s stories, bought a tin of Yorkshire biscuits, and phoned her mother-in-law to turn on PBS. When “All Creatures Great and Small,” that cup-of-cocoa drama which warms our hearts and calmed our nerves, returned to MASTERPIECE for a new season, Nancy West was ready. Home » Period Drama Articles » Adapting All Creatures Great and Small Adapting All Creatures Great and Small ![]()
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