Jim Mortimer

The narrative centers on a young, qualified surgeon known as the Long 'Un, who balances duties at his grandfather's medical practice and an attached asylum with impulsive romantic pursuits. Accompanied by his friend Koko, he resorts to telegrams and wagers to attract the attention of a telegraph clerk, while professional incidents, mistaken judgments, social embarrassment, journeys, and financial squabbles complicate events. Episodes move between country roads, a small-town surgery, and London streets, mixing comic mishaps with moments of earnest care for patients and practical resolutions.