Doctor In The House

The novel which resulted in films and TV series. The story of a young doctor training in a London teaching hospital.This is an amusing read, no belly laughs but light hearted and entertaining with enough serious information regarding medical practices in the 1940's to make it interesting. Its nothing like the British TV series that was very good but bears no resemblance to the novel.The author, real name Gordon Ostlere is still alive and kicking aged 93. This is the first of a series that continued until the late 1980's.

I acquired this book since I remembered the "Doctor . . ." series fondly. Written by a British doctor and made into several films years ago, I liked the blend of humor and truthful depiction of medicine and medical training. (Well. It's close to truthful, and I'm a physician, BTW.) But I'm afraid it's a little dated, and will appeal only to those in my age group, and probably only those already familiar with the series. But I enjoyed my trip down memory lane.

Remember reading years ago. Still as enjoyable will look at the rest of seriesCan see similar caracters in regards lofr

Wonderful for a medical student to find humour in this great work

Touted as funny, it is not. It's bland so I put it on a pile of books. Nice musty odor since it's so old; perfect condition.

A very enjoyable easy light read very funny.The author has a great insight into the carryings on of those in training.The author has a style all of his own.Recommended to anyone.

This book is well written and a lol (literally) pleasure to read. I my opinion it is in the same class as James Herriots "All Creatures Great And Small". I would recommend this book.

I love richard gordon's books, and I intend to buy all of them. I have recommended them to all my friends

Richard Gordon's "Doctor in the House" is just what the doctor ordered for thoroughly good light reading. Gordon takes the reader with him throughthe lectures,clinics and hospital wards,which are the elements of medical training at a time when the Almighty was neither the cosultant nor the registrar but the formidable MATRON. We share the eccentricities of surgeons and amorous adventures of students. We also learn some of the wisdom of the "Padre" who is the landlord of the students' local.Richard Gordon shows genuine affection by poking fun without malice at his time in St.Swithens where a bunch of irresponsible students are transformed into doctors whom one hopes are responsible adults. By any standards this is a very readable and enjoyable book

Loved the TV shows, films and BBC radio shows.The book, printed by ama, on, has such small text I cannot red it without a magnifying glass, very disappointed.Will most likely chuck it in the bin or use it as kindling to start a fire. A GREAT SHAME

Loved the comedy. Print quite small.

I have to ration the number of times I read this book as I adore it so much. I am currently re-reading Doctor at Sea too and it is nearly as goo. The others in the doctor Series, well I think Dr Ostlere went downhill a bit ofter the initial two. But Dr In the House is a gem. Buy it, read it, love it.

This wonderful book by Dr. Richard Gordon is extremely amusing at the same time though it gives one an insight into what really goes on at medical school. Although the area and the name of the shool is fictional it is based on Richard Gordon's experiences and it makes us realise just how much hard work and training goes into a medical career. This is a must read book which I recomend to all and don't worry about any medical jargon because it's extremely straightforward.Peter McCann