This is a well written, well acted ensemble series based on the James Herriot stories about life as a country vet in Great Britain. The series begins pre ww2 and seasin 4 begins the post WW2 years. My favorite seasons are 1, 2 and 3. These include Carol Drinkwater as Helen and she is marvelous in the role. And has a very good chemistry with Christopher Timothy. Seasons 4-7 are just not as magical in my view. But overall it is a wonderful production.