1916 - 1995
James Herriot was the pen name of British veterinarian and author Alf Wight, born on October 3, 1916, in Sunderland, England. He is best known for his beloved series of semi-autobiographical books about the experiences of a country vet in the Yorkshire Dales, starting with "All Creatures Great and Small," which has been adapted into multiple television series and films. Herriot's warmth and humor captured the daily life and challenges of veterinary practice in the mid-20th century, making him an iconic figure in both literature and veterinary medicine.