In the small Scottish village of Drumtochty, the men have a knack for defying the elements and living long lives. When illness strikes, they brush it off as a mere inconvenience and wait for Doctor MacLure to come by with a remedy. The doctor, known for his clear and colorful language, treats his patients from horseback and has a penchant for scolding them. 'A Doctor of the Old School' is a charming and humorous collection of stories that provides a glimpse into a bygone era of medicine and rural life.