Doctor Books in Order
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The Doctor series is a collection of comedic novels by Richard Gordon, published between 1952 and 1973. Set at the fictional St. Swithin's Hospital in London, the series follows the experiences of medical professionals, primarily through the lens of a young doctor navigating the challenges of hospital life with humor and wit. The recurring focus is on the absurdities and daily struggles of medical work, presented in a lighthearted and entertaining manner.
Books in this series
Ordered by first publication where known. The official numbering for this series is incomplete in our sources, so we don't show series numbers we can't verify.
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1952 · Richard Gordon
Doctor in the House is a comic novel written by Richard Gordon, published in 1952. Set at the fictional St. Swithin's Hospital in London, the story…
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1973 · Richard Gordon
Doctor in the Nude is a 1973 comedy novel by the British writer Richard Gordon. It is part of the long-running Doctor series. (Summary adapted from…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Doctor series books in?
Read them in publication order — the list above is sorted by first publication where known, starting with “Doctor in the House”.
How many books are in the Doctor series series?
We list 2 books by Richard Gordon , published between 1952–1973.
Where can I buy the Doctor series books?
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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.