Just buy this book and read it. You're guaranteed to cheer up immediately.


A charming story - Genuinely funny   November 5, 2003
 5 out of 5 found this review helpful

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. The stories within each chapter are filled with animals, the wonderful eccentricities of Durrel's family and the other residents of Corfu. The island and the authors childhood sound wonderful and I would recommend this book to anyone seeking something light-hearted, interesting and amusing.


Absolutely charming and very easy to read   August 27, 2003
 7 out of 7 found this review helpful

I read My Family And Other Animals whilst on holiday in Corfu and I couldn't have picked a better book to take with me. The story features a somewhat eccentric English family who move to Corfu because they're fed up with living in England. It tells of their experiences mainly from the eyes of the youngest family member, Gerry (Gerald Durrell).
I found this book absolutely charming and very easy to read. The siblings are unforgettable; bossy Larry with his love of literature, Leslie and his guns, Margo with her acne and of course Gerry with his animal collection.
There's a strong sense of freedom in the Durrell's new home and this makes for amusing reading throughout, especially when coupled with Mother's English reserve.


A delightful read!   August 8, 2003
 2 out of 3 found this review helpful

It took me a while to get into this book, but I am so pleased I stuck with it. The story is delightful, easy going and peppered with humour. It gives a insight into different cultures and wildlife. It's nice to read a book that's not full of sex and swearing. A must read for all ages. I loved it that much I feel enthused to read all Gerald Durrells other books.