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HistoryAge Group:
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Join Claire Evans, Anglophile and former UK resident, as she recounts the life and times of Alf Wight. An unassuming country veterinarian, Wight practiced for 50 years in one of England’s most beautiful places, the Yorkshire Dales. He rose to international fame later in life under the pen name James Herriot. He recounted the heartwarming animal stories and colorful characters of a bygone era, inspiring a film and multiple television series. Bask in the visual beauty of Claire’s recent Yorkshire Dales visit and learn the surprising story of the vet whose books still entertain millions. Register at https://ptlib.org/creatures to receive the Zoom link for this presentation.