A Doctor Of The Old School is a novel written by Scottish author Ian Maclaren. The story is set in a small Scottish village in the late 19th century and revolves around the life of Dr. William MacLure, a physician who has been practicing medicine for over 50 years. Dr. MacLure is a kind and compassionate man who is deeply respected by the people in his community. He is known for his unconventional methods of treatment, which often involve herbal remedies and common sense rather than modern medicine.The novel follows Dr. ...
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A Doctor Of The Old School is a novel written by Scottish author Ian Maclaren. The story is set in a small Scottish village in the late 19th century and revolves around the life of Dr. William MacLure, a physician who has been practicing medicine for over 50 years. Dr. MacLure is a kind and compassionate man who is deeply respected by the people in his community. He is known for his unconventional methods of treatment, which often involve herbal remedies and common sense rather than modern medicine.The novel follows Dr. MacLure as he goes about his daily rounds, treating the sick and injured in his village. He is assisted by his young apprentice, Davie, who is eager to learn from the experienced doctor. Along the way, they encounter a variety of patients, each with their own unique ailments and stories.As the story progresses, Dr. MacLure's health begins to decline, and he is forced to confront his own mortality. He reflects on his life and the many people he has helped over the years, and he comes to realize the true value of his work as a doctor.A Doctor Of The Old School is a heartwarming and poignant novel that celebrates the life of a dedicated physician and the impact he has on his community. It is a timeless tale of compassion, healing, and the power of human connection.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Stories by English Authors Scotland, by Ian Maclaren. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417900334.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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This short set of stories, part of the author's longer compilations set in the fictional Perthshire town of Drumtochty, is inexpressibly moving and beautiful. The language is largely in Scots dialect - a speech which has nearly died out, but which shares an ancestor with modern English. Although the stories are set in a devoutly Christian milieu, it is their spiritual beauty which is so striking. I challenge anyone to read these without tears, not of sorrow but of something simpler and purer.
