I can't imagine fans of the book or Masterpiece Theater (where this was initially shown in the early 80's) being disappointed with this drama and excellent adaptation of R.F. Delderfield's masterwork. The 13 episodes, an hour each, give ample time to mirror almost every scene from the book. It also allows for much deeper character study than normal. I would rate this work on par with the Thorn Birds or Shogun as among the best that television can offer. Is it for everyone? No. But fans of British dramas or boarding school stories will enjoy this very well produced story. I won't dwell on the plot. Suffice to say that it follows the lives of fictions teachers at an Enlish public boarding school through a period of 20 years as seen through the life of a young teacher who ultimately becomes headmaster. It is simply drama at it's most enjoyable best.
Review of To Serve Them All My Days
